Controls Engineer - Visualization/SCADA (Early - Senior Career)

Kion Group AG; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Dematic Corp. is seeking a Visualization Engineer to join the LSSMU team in the United States. You will develop and install Visualization SCADA systems, upgrade legacy solutions, and support modernization efforts as material handling equipment is updated at customer sites.

The role requires experience with HMI/SCADA tools, PLC programming, and strong Excel and communication skills. Domestic travel up to 30% is expected as part of project work.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial automation or related area.
• Knowledge Iconics Genesis32/Genesis64 SCADA software.
• Ignition SCADA software knowledge.
• Programming skills in Python, Java, C#, Visual Basic, SQL.
• Knowledge of OPC and Ethernet/IP.
• Willing to travel up to 30%.
• Strong written and verbal communication, teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Implement Visualization solutions within Dematic Visualization standards to improve uptime of material handling systems.
• Assist customers in maintaining cybersecurity for Dematic products.
• Participate in design of semi-complex to complex integrated hardware/software systems.
• Contribute to project effort estimation and scope for Visualization implementations.
• Support project execution within assigned budgets.

Skills

HMI/SCADA programming

Allen-Bradley PLC programming

Siemens PLCs

MS Excel

Electrical schematics

Team collaboration

Travel up to 30%

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Iconics Genesis32/Genesis64

Ignition SCADA

Programming: Python

Programming: Java

Programming: C#

Programming: Visual Basic

SQL/databases

Job description

This role is available to U.S. Citizens and U.S. Permanent Residents only.

Dematic Corp. has a need for a Visualization Engineer in our LSSMU group.

The primary responsibility for the Visualization Engineer is to work with other members of the Lifecycle Solutions & Services - Modernizations and Upgrades (LSSMU) team to execute Visualization SCADA projects which include upgrading legacy systems as well as developing and installing new Visualization systems. Additionally, they will assist LSSMU project teams with updating and modifying previously installed Visualization systems as material handling equipment is installed, removed, or enhanced at customer sites.

We offer: Career Development Competitive Compensation and Benefits Pay Transparency Global Opportunities Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $82,500.00 - $158,500.00 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have experience working in the material handling industry and industrial automation.

• Experience in HMI/SCADA programming (Iconics, Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk View)
• Knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC programming software (Logix/Studio5000, RSLogix500)
• Siemens PLCs are a plus
• Advanced skills in MS Excel
• Basic understanding of physical layout and electrical schematic drawings
• Willing to work overtime
• Willing to work weekends
• Travel not expected to exceed 30%
• Detailed and task oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Works effectively with others in a team environment

Job Family Responsibilities

Work within the framework of Dematic Visualization standards to implement solutions that improve operational uptime of material handling systems Assist customers in the endeavor of staving off software obsolescence and maintaining cybersecurity as it pertains to Dematic products and solutions installed at customer sites Participates in the design of semi-complex to complex systems that integrate hardware and software Participates in recommending ideas related to productivity improvement, cost reduction and improvement in customer satisfaction Assist in the development of new projects by analyzing material handling systems to determine appropriate effort and scope required to implement Visualization systems

Key Responsibilities

• Performs important areas of standard professional level work that typically requires processing and interpreting of more complex, less clearly defined issues
• Effectively identifies problems as they occur and takes appropriate steps to solve them in situations where the problem is more difficult and complex
• Able to solve common or simple problems without escalation; involves others for complex, unusual problems
• Execute projects within a given budget.
• Able to correctly identify risks and mitigate them, or elevate to management when appropriate
• Skilled at multi-tasking across multiple projects and teams at any given time
• Effectively communicate with customer IT personnel that may not have a deep understanding of SCADA software and material handling equipment

Education

• Typically, a BS degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline is required
• Knowledge Iconics Genesis32 and Genesis64 SCADA software
• Ignition SCADA software
• Programming skills are a plus Python, Java, C#, VisualBasic SQL and databases
• Knowledge of various industrial communication protocols and architectures such as OPC and Ethernet/IP Windows Server configuration PLC programming Read and comprehend PLC programs a must Modify and write PLC programs a plus Control system design and commissioning not required but a considerable plus

Experience

• Generally, 2+ years of successful experience in area of responsibility and successful demonstration of Key Responsibilities and Knowledge, as presented above
• Experience with industrial automation is preferred

Direction of others

• As needed to support project execution

Key working relationships

• Frequent inter-organizational and external contacts

KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions.