Controls Engineer – Warehouse Conveyor Automation

About the role

The Controls Engineer executes control systems for advanced warehouse conveyor systems and works with cross-functional departments to improve operational efficiency, reliability and safety. The role sits under a Manager or Senior Manager of Controls Engineering and has no direct reports. It is listed as virtual but involves significant travel.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement control systems for conveyor and other automation solutions, on time, within budget and to specification and safety regulations (about 50% of the role)
• Work with operations, maintenance and IT to keep projects on schedule and within budget (about 30%)
• Code control systems and run feasibility studies and cost analyses for potential projects (about 20%)

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or a related field; master's degree preferred
• At least 2 years of experience, with 4+ years preferred
• Able to work overnight shifts and occasionally on weekends
• Must be 18 or older and legally permitted to work in the United States
• Typical requirements: overnight travel more than 50% of the time, standing or walking, and lifting moderate-weight material (8-20 pounds); occasional exposure to dust, fumes, odors, temperature extremes, loud noise and bright lights

Required skills

• In-depth knowledge of PLCs and SCADA systems
• Experience implementing conveyor systems or replacing legacy conveyor systems in large-scale retail, distribution or enterprise environments
• Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations such as OSHA and ISO
• Preferred: project management skills, ability to explain complex technical ideas simply, and use of Six Sigma or similar process-improvement methods

Pay range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY) and Washington residents: $80,000 - $150,000.