Lead Controls Engineer - Material Handling Automation

Raymond Handling Concepts; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Raymond West is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer to lead design, implementation, and support of automation for material handling systems. You will design control strategies, program PLCs, and integrate hardware and software for conveyors, sorters, robotics, and other equipment.

You will work with cross‑functional teams, drive continuous improvement, and mentor engineers while adhering to safety standards and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering, preferably in material handling or automation.
• Travel willingness: 50% (20 hours a week) and ability to be insured by Raymond West.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems for automated material handling equipment.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs (e.g., Allen‑Bradley, Siemens), HMIs, and industrial networks.
• Create electrical schematics and panel layouts using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with mechanical and software engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
• Create testing plans for integrated systems to support commissioning.
• Conduct system testing, commissioning, and support during installation and startup.
• Optimize system performance and reliability through data analysis and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and best practices.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical schematics

Industrial networks

Robotics

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Raymond West is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer to lead design, implementation, and support of automation for material handling systems. You will design control strategies, program PLCs, and integrate hardware and software for conveyors, sorters, robotics, and other equipment.

You will work with cross‑functional teams, drive continuous improvement, and mentor engineers while adhering to safety standards and industry best practices.