Sr Controls & Automation Engineer

Stord, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Stord, Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia, is looking for a lead technical authority to shape the innovation lab's technical architecture and integration strategies. As a key player, you will define control systems architecture and evaluate emerging automation technologies to enhance operational efficiency.

This role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and over 8 years of relevant experience. You will engage with vendors, lead system integration, and ensure seamless data flow across various platforms. Join Stord to contribute to the future of logistics automation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in high-volume manufacturing or warehouse automation environments.
• Proven ownership of multi-million-dollar automation projects from architecture through commissioning.
• Ability to travel domestically 25% annually.

Responsibilities

• Define control systems architecture and integration roadmaps.
• Lead integration of diverse automation systems.
• Develop deployment frameworks and technical standards.

Skills

PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)

HMI development

Industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Profinet)

High-volume manufacturing experience

Automation project ownership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Robotics platforms (AMRs, G2P systems)

WMS, WES, and WCS architectures

Job description

Stord is The Consumer Experience Company, powering seamless checkout through delivery for today's leading brands. Stord is rapidly growing and is on track to double our revenue in the next 18 months. To meet and exceed this target, Stord is strategically scaling teams across the entire company, and seeking energetic experts to help us achieve our mission. By combining comprehensive commerce-enablement technology with high‑volume fulfillment services, Stord provides brands a platform to compete with retail giants. Stord manages over $10 billion of commerce annually through its fulfillment, warehousing, transportation, and operator‑built software suite including OMS, Pre‑ and Post‑Purchase, and WMS platforms. Stord is leveling the playing field for all brands to deliver the best consumer experience at scale. With Stord, brands can increase cart conversion, improve unit economics, and drive sustained customer loyalty. Stord’s end‑to‑end commerce solutions combine best‑in‑class omnichannel fulfillment and shipping with leading technology to ensure fast shipping, reliable delivery promises, easy access to more channels, and improved margins on every order. Hundreds of leading DTC and B2B companies like AG1, True Classic, Native, Seed Health, quip, goodr, Sundays for Dogs, and more trust Stord to deliver industry‑leading consumer experiences on every order. Stord is headquartered in Atlanta with facilities across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Stord is backed by top‑tier investors including Kleiner Perkins, Franklin Templeton, Founders Fund, Strike Capital, Baillie Gifford, and Salesforce Ventures. Stord is launching Stord Labs, a dedicated 10,000‑square‑foot micro‑fulfillment environment designed to evaluate and define the future of logistics automation.

What You’ll Do

Technical Architecture & Innovation Strategy

Serve as the lead technical authority within the innovation lab. Define control systems architecture and integration roadmaps connecting frontier robotics with Stord’s internal software ecosystem.

Vendor Evaluation & Strategic Selection

Partner with lab leadership to evaluate and validate emerging automation and robotics providers. Narrow vendor ecosystem to a small set of strategic, long‑term partners based on performance, scalability, and integration viability.

Systems Integration & Orchestration

Lead integration of diverse automation systems, including mobile robotics, picking systems, and sortation technologies. Ensure seamless data and control flow across PLC, WCS, and WMS layers.

Lab‑to‑Production Scale Strategy

Develop deployment frameworks, technical standards, and operational documentation. Enable transition of validated lab concepts into scalable, high‑throughput distribution environments.

Robotics & Automation Evaluation

Evaluate, install, and test technologies such as AMRs, robotic picking systems, goods‑to‑person solutions, and sortation automation. Assess systems based on reliability, integration complexity, operational impact, and ROI.

Rapid Prototyping & Experimental Design

Lead rapid experimentation and simulation of control system capabilities. Build high‑iteration test environments where underperforming systems are iterated or decommissioned based on measurable outcomes.

Controls Systems Engineering & Integration

Act as SME for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, and industrial controls. Develop and maintain standard code libraries, electrical schematics, troubleshooting guides, and as‑built documentation.

Performance Validation & Root Cause Analysis

Evaluate automation systems for operational readiness, reliability, and human‑system interaction. Conduct structured root cause analysis to resolve integration challenges. Identify cases where robotics solutions are not yet viable or cost‑effective.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or related field
• 8+ years of hands‑on experience in high‑volume manufacturing or warehouse automation environments
• Expert‑level PLC programming (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens), HMI development, and industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Profinet)
• Proven ownership of multi‑million‑dollar automation projects from architecture through commissioning
• Strong ability to document technical findings, experiments, and system learnings
• Ability to travel domestically 25% annually

Bonus Points

• Experience with high‑density warehouse automation and robotics platforms (AMRs, robotic picking, G2P systems)
• Prior experience in R&D or innovation lab environments running automation experiments
• Familiarity with WMS, WES, and WCS architectures and their interaction with automation systems
• Experience partnering with robotics OEMs or automation vendors in live pilot or production environments

Note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship or employment‑based immigration support.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Stord participates in E‑verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.