Controls Engineer – Material Handling Systems - USA

TMC USA Employeneurship; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

W2 full-time position

401k with matching

Yearly training budget

Job summary

TMC USA Employeneurship is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to lead commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of advanced material handling systems for top-tier clients. This hands-on role requires independent work to deliver results across large-scale automated systems integrating hardware and software components.

Project locations change infrequently, with up to 100% travel. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in material handling or industrial control, strong PLC expertise, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics/Electrical/Automation/Robotics Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in material handling or industrial control systems.
• Proficient with PLC hardware/software and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, AS-i).
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills across multidisciplinary systems.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical, safety, and system layouts to align PLC design.
• Test, debug, and document PLC code and system functionality.
• Execute test plans at area, zone, and section levels.
• Configure component-level devices and support commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues on conveyors, motors, drives, and related systems.
• Monitor progress, manage and execute punch lists, and maintain detailed documentation.
• Conduct integrated system-level testing and quality checks on-site.
• Ensure compliance with all jobsite safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to support project.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical systems understanding

Field commissioning

Problem-solving

Team communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics/Electrical/Automation/Robotics Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

PowerFlex VFDs

SICK sensors

Banner sensors

Industrial cameras

Ethernet/IP

Profinet

Job description

TMC USA is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to lead commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of advanced material handling systems for top-tier clients including Amazon, FedEx, Walmart, and UPS. This is a hands-on, project-critical role where you will work independently to deliver tangible results across large-scale automated systems integrating hardware and software components. Locations of projects usually changes only one time every 6-10 months.

The profile selected will lead complex, large-scale projects requiring strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Candidates must be a permanent resident in the USA or have a valid working permit for the USA (we also sponsor TN visas for Mexican and Canadian citizens).

| What do we expect from you?

Responsibilities:

• Review electrical, safety, and system layouts to align PLC design.
• Test, debug, and document PLC code and system functionality.
• Execute test plans at area, zone, and section levels.
• Configure component-level devices and support commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues on conveyors, motors, drives, and related systems.
• Monitor progress, manage and execute punch lists, and maintain detailed documentation.
• Conduct integrated system-level testing and quality checks on-site.
• Ensure compliance with all jobsite safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to support project.

Requirements:

• Proficient with Allen-Bradley PLCs, PowerFlex VFDs, SICK and Banner sensors, and industrial cameras.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in material handling or industrial control systems.
• Proficient with PLC hardware/software and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, AS-i).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics/Electrical/Automation/Robotics Engineering, or related field.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and work closely with panel builders/designers.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills across multidisciplinary systems.
• Knowledge of networking principles, project scheduling, and control system integration.
• Proactive, accountable, team-oriented, and able to prioritize work effectively.
• Willingness to learn and travel 100% of the time for system commissioning and support.
• Able to climb ladders and lift up to 30 lbs without difficulty.
• Capable of working 10-hour days in construction environments.
• Comfortable standing, walking, sitting, and climbing stairs for extended periods

| What does TMC USA have to offer?

• W2 full-time position
• Competitive compensation: base salary with monthly bonus (based on individual performance)
• Health insurance
• Generous ETO (EarnedTime Off) plan
• 401k with matching
• Yearly training personalbudget for Coaching& Education
• International work opportunity

| What can you expect from TMC?

TMC is an international high-tech consultancy company that brings expertiseto their clientsin order to support them with the realization of their technological challenges. As such, TMC is operating as an expert center at the disposition of its clients, and we help them to be more competitive in an ever more global and faster changing technological world.

At TMC we believe that people are the driving force behind technological innovation. That is why we want to create the best possible conditions for tech talents to thrive in. We offer you a challenging and stimulating work environment in which you can be the director of your own career.

As an Employeneur you are part of our TMC family. Next to our outstanding technical expertise, fun and engagement are meaningful parts of our culture.

We are truly unique thanks to our Employeneurship model which is a true innovation for the High Technology consulting business. It is the business relationship of the 21st century for high skilled technical professionals. Discover our believe in 2 minutes:

TMC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.