Controls Engineer

Responsibilities:

The Controls Support Engineer provides onsite technical support for automated material handling equipment in warehouses and distribution centers, using complex troubleshooting and problem-solving with an array of technical tools.

• Program, troubleshoot, and repair interface between Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) and Material Flow System (MFS).
• Program, troubleshoot, and repair sensors, scanners, visualization systems, motors, frequency inverters, and encoders.
• Assist in identifying the root cause of faults and production errors.
• Work with Onsite staff and software developers to ensure maximum system uptime.
• Analyzes system daily operation reports to track and identify opportunities for continued improvement.
• Design test scenarios to identify system issues.
• Trains internal and external customers to increase system knowledge, resolve issues, and prevent issues from recurring.
• Updates help-desk ticketing system to track, monitor, and resolve issues.
• Creates documentation and training materials for system users and system service & maintenance.
• Participates in customer and internal meetings.
• Work as part of an international team to ensure maximum system uptime and performance.
• Attends and participates in customer and internal meetings.

Requirements:

• 4-year degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience in similar work.
• 1+ year of experience with PLC, .net, or Siemens S7 PLC.
• Knowledge of controlled drive engineering.
• Familiarity with automation technology, e.g. conveyors, automated cranes, packaging technology.
• Knowledge of bus systems, e.g. Ethernet, ASI, Profibus
• Experience with AUTOCAD or E-Plan is a plus

**No Sponsorship available for external candidates**

This role is onsite. No relocation package is offered.