Senior Controls Engineer - Industrial Automation Lead

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead concepting and design of control systems for material handling solutions. You will work with a cross-functional team to develop products that meet manufacturing constraints and market demands.

The role requires hands-on PLC development, familiarity with Allen-Bradley tools, and rigorous adherence to electrical codes and safety standards. Occasional travel and non-traditional hours may be involved.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
• Experience with sortation and conveyance equipment or robotics design
• Experience with Allen-Bradley control software and tools
• Knowledge of electrical and safety codes for machine design

Responsibilities

• Lead concepting and design of value-adding products
• Collaborate with development team to build products
• Ensure compatibility with manufacturing operations
• Meet performance and cost market demands
• Specify operations for automated equipment
• Prepare schematics and specifications for panel fabrication
• Develop PLC programs
• Maintain schedules and cost estimates
• Follow engineering standards and version control
• Prototype development and testing
• On-site beta testing for safety and reliability
• Investigate field issues and root causes
• Travel up to 60% in North America

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead concepting and design of control systems for material handling solutions. You will work with a cross-functional team to develop products that meet manufacturing constraints and market demands.

The role requires hands-on PLC development, familiarity with Allen-Bradley tools, and rigorous adherence to electrical codes and safety standards. Occasional travel and non-traditional hours may be involved.