Sr. Controls Engineer

Kion Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in warehouse automation is seeking an experienced engineer to lead complex projects. This role encompasses system design, project management, and problem-solving in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, significant experience in automation, and the ability to work independently and travel up to 70% domestically.

Benefits

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience in engineering.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse automation principles.
• Motivated and results-oriented professional.

Responsibilities

• Leads design of complex systems integrating hardware and software.
• Manages project budgets and staffing plans.
• Identifies and resolves engineering problems.

Skills

Warehouse Automation

Project Management

Troubleshooting

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

What we offer:

• Career Development

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Transparency

• Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be$100,500 - $147,00 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications:

What you will do In This Role:

• Leads the design of complex systems that integrate hardware and software.
• Works heavily with Dematic Multi-shuttle Systems (DMS).
• Provides support in complex material specification, schematic preparation, bill-of-materials development, and appropriate follow-up.
• Recommends ideas related to productivity improvement, cost reduction and improvement in customer satisfaction.
• Performs important areas of standard professional level work that typically requires processing and interpreting more complex, less clearly defined issues.
• Defines a path to solution of complex or unusual problems to others.
• Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems.
• Seeks-out growth and knowledge in a specific technical area.
• Leads complex projects through the project life cycle, including all documentation and forecasting, referring unusual situations to others.
• Lead a team of engineers and take accountability for successful execution of projects.
• Create robust staffing and execution plans.
• Manage project budgets and proactively identify plans to mitigate cost overruns.

What We Are Looking For:

• BS in Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of related experience
• Demonstrates a good grasp of knowledge and principles of warehouse automation.
• Motivated, Self-Driven, Results Oriented
• Successfully applies knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a particular area of conveyance and sortation equipment.
• Experience with both Allen-Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Siemens PLCs is a plus.
• Able to commission critical path work independently.
• Able to troubleshoot electrical issues that arise on site.
• Willingness to travel up to 70% domestically.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa now or in the future.

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