Controls Engineer II: Material Handling Automation

Insight Global; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Controls Engineer II in Savannah, GA to design control systems for material handling equipment, develop PLC programs, and create electrical schematics. You will work with engineering, manufacturing, and field teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective automation solutions.

The role involves on-site commissioning, prototype testing, and issue resolution, with a focus on safety, quality, and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of controls/automation engineering experience.
• Experience with conveyor, sortation, material handling, or robotics.
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and software.
• Knowledge of machine safety standards, electrical codes, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop controls solutions for material handling equipment, including conveyors and robotics.
• Create electrical schematics, control panel layouts, device drawings, and specs.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programming using Allen-Bradley platforms.
• Define and document machine sequences of operation and system functionality.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop new products and improve designs.
• Ensure products meet manufacturing capabilities, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Conduct prototype development, validation testing, and performance verification.
• Support onsite commissioning and beta testing to ensure safety, reliability, and performance goals.
• Investigate field issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain project schedules, engineering documentation, and cost estimates.
• Follow engineering standards, version control, and safety requirements.
• Participate in machine risk assessments and ensure compliance with electrical and safety codes.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLCs

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

AutoCAD Electrical

Safety standards & risk assessment

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Site commissioning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley hardware/software

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Controls Engineer II in Savannah, GA to design control systems for material handling equipment, develop PLC programs, and create electrical schematics. You will work with engineering, manufacturing, and field teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective automation solutions.

The role involves on-site commissioning, prototype testing, and issue resolution, with a focus on safety, quality, and adherence to standards.