Controls Engineer - Warehouse Automation

The Home Depot; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot is seeking a Controls Engineer to design and implement control systems for advanced warehouse conveyor networks. You will collaborate across operations, maintenance, and IT to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient systems from design through deployment.

The role requires 4+ years in controls engineering with PLC/SCADA expertise, and the ability to travel overnight more than 50% of the time. A Bachelor's in electrical or mechanical engineering is required, with a Master’s preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field.
• Master's degree preferred for advancement.
• 4+ years of experience in controls engineering, automation, or conveyor systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead or assist in control systems design and implementation for warehouse conveyors.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and IT to ensure project success and adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Code control system logic for conveyors and automation solutions; conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PLC

SCADA

Conveyor controls

Job description

The Home Depot is seeking a Controls Engineer to design and implement control systems for advanced warehouse conveyor networks. You will collaborate across operations, maintenance, and IT to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient systems from design through deployment.

The role requires 4+ years in controls engineering with PLC/SCADA expertise, and the ability to travel overnight more than 50% of the time. A Bachelor's in electrical or mechanical engineering is required, with a Master’s preferred