Senior Controls Engineer

Savoye North America, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Annual Bonus Plan

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

Savoye North America is seeking a Sr. Controls Engineer to lead a multi-disciplined team on material handling projects. You will develop PLC and HMI software, create electrical schematics, and collaborate with customers from design through system acceptance.

Travel up to 25% is required to support sales, installations, and commissioning. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in the material handling industry, strong AutoCAD Electrical skills, and experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and FactoryTalk

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Seven or more years of experience, preferably in the Material Handling Industry.
• AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical to develop electrical schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Teams.
• Knowledgeable of Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC and HMI software (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View).
• Experience developing and debugging PLC programs using ladder logic, structured text, and function block.
• Familiarity with Beckhoff, Siemens, Schneider/ Modicon, Lenze, and CodeSys.
• Experience in conveyor system controls for carton and unit load handling, ASRS.
• Travel up to 25% to support sales, project design, installations, commissioning, and service.

Responsibilities

• Lead a flexible multi-discipline team to produce material handling solutions.
• Attend and lead technical discussions with customers.
• Mentor other engineers in job requirements.
• Travel to customer sites for sales support, site evaluation, and design reviews.
• Provide regular updates to Project Management on deliverables and risks.
• Produce documentation for the project including schematics and drawings.
• Develop, design and modify PLC and HMI programming for equipment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and R&D to ensure product quality.
• Perform pre-commissioning activities and commissioning tests.
• Support installation through system acceptance at customer sites.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical schematics

Allen-Bradley

AutoCAD

Travel 25%

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

CodeSys

Beckhoff/Siemens/Schneider

Job description

SAVOYE NORTH AMERICA designs and integrates supply chain solutions. We provide innovative solutions to some of the most perplexing logistics processes through a full range of Advanced Software solutions and Advanced Technologies systems. As a leading logistics service provider, we are excited for our growth and commitment to customizing global logistics solutions.

We are searching for a Sr. Controls Engineer to join our team of innovative and passionate individuals who are powered by their passion for service delivery.

Job Summary

A successful Sr. Controls Engineer will strive for excellence in client satisfaction and enjoy troubleshooting. A Sr. Controls Engineer supports our clients across the business and is an integral part of our client-focused business model as clients are the foundation of our business. Build your career in an innovative, growing company by developing a working knowledge of SAVOYE systems and supporting our clients.

Qualification, Education, and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
• Seven or more years of experience, preferably in the Material Handling Industry
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical to develop electrical schematics
• Proficiency with common productivity and communication software, such as Microsoft Office and Teams
• Knowledgeable of Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC and HMI software (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View)
• Experience developing and debugging PLC programs using ladder logic, structured text, and function block
• Familiarity with other PLC platforms including (but not limited to) Beckhoff, Siemens, Schneider/ Modicon, Lenze, and CodeSys
• Experience in conveyor system controls for both carton and unit load handling, sortation, palletizing, and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS)
• Experience in electrical and controls systems retrofits and modernizations; preferred experience with unit- and mini-load storage and retrieval machine (SRM) modernizations including drives, positioning devices, communication systems, PLC and I/O, etc.
• Ability to travel up to 25% to support sales, project design, installations, commissioning, and service

Preferred Qualifications

• Comfortable working in a team environment; eager to listen effectively and contribute confidently
• Proactive problem solver who enjoys troubleshooting
• Capable of clearly communicating and presenting to both internal and external stakeholders
• Willingness to be hands-on
• Lifting items up to 50 lbs.

Essential Job Functions

• Leading a flexible and multi-discipline team to produce material handling solutions that meet the business objectives and requirements of the customer
• Attending and leading technical discussions with customers
• Mentoring other engineers in job requirements
• Travel to customer sites for sales support, site evaluation, design considerations, design reviews, and project support from installation through system acceptance
• Provide regular updates to Project Management and Executive Sponsor on the deliverable status, technical risks and contingency plans, and the engineering percent complete for your project.
• Produce required documentation for the project, schematics and drawings, operations manuals, etc.
• Develop, design, and modify PLC and HMI programming for automated material handling equipment
• Working closely with our manufacturing and R&D teams to ensure that the quality and functionality of our products remains at the highest level
• Performing pre-commissioning activities such as panel check outs, I/O checks, etc.
• Perform commissioning activities including acceptance testing

Additional Responsibilities and Requirements

• Handling and helping to resolve customer inquiries and concerns.
• Owning or participating in Training, Quality Assurance, or new process development/implementation
• Assisting with other Electrical Controls projects as assigned
• Travel within respective regional coverage area may be required, depending on client needs.
• Review client notes and communicate urgent needs and escalations to on-site Technicians, Site Leads, and Managers in a timely manner.
• Complete weekly time entry and expense reports

Working Conditions

• This position may require frequent travel to project sites within specified area(s).
• Most tasks, projects, and communication with clients, team members, and Managers will be completed using a telephone, microphone, computer, and video technology.
• Although this is a full-time, Exempt position (40 hours per week), extended hours and evenings may be required based on client needs.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The company is not able to provide sponsorship for employment visas.
• Located in or around one of Savoye offices:
• Aurora, IL
• Philadelphia, PA
• Grand Rapids, MI
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual Bonus Plan
• Heath, Dental, and Vision insurance offered by BCBS. Offer few H.S.A and PPO options, two dental options, and Vision benefit by EyeMed
• Voluntary: Short-Term Disability & other ancillary benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital and Accidental insurance)
• Employer paid-Life insurance and AD&D and Long-Term Disability. Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Paid time off (PTO) including sick time. Separate Bereavement Leave
• Generous Company Holidays
• Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity Acknowledgement

SAVOYE NORTH AMERICA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.