Controls Engineer IJob Location: US-KY-Erlanger, US-KY-Erlanger, US-IL-Bolingbrook, US-MI-Grand Rapids# of Openings: 1Company Division: ILUSOverviewDaifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!Department SummaryThe Controls Team focuses on the design and modeling of a diverse range of dynamic mechatronic systems. This includes the integration and programming of the devices that will control the equipment and interface with material delivery and sortation systems throughout the plant. Works with the electrical design and overall project teams to document systems, coordinate electrical standardization and ensure consistency between projects. Designs and drafts control systems for material handling solutions using AutoCAD Electrical as needed. Drawing sets include device layout drawings, control schematics, panel layouts, and network and installation details.Position SummaryContribute to the development of new products for material handling applications including conveyors, sortation, automated storage, order fulfillment, and robotic systems. Includes development of specifications, device layout drawings, control schematics, PLC logic. May work with support of more senior engineers. Works closely with the overall team to design systems meeting the product requirements. Uses creativity and innovation to design the standard product offering.ResponsibilitiesConcept, design, develop and engineer products that add value and are a solution to customers and market needsCollaborate and review with others on the development team to develop productsEnsure products developed fit with current and future manufacturing operationsEnsure products developed meet competitive and market demands for performance and costSpecify and develop a sequence of operations of automated equipmentPrepares schematics and specifications for control panel fabricationDevelop Programmable Logical Control (PLC) programsMaintain product development schedules and cost estimatesFollow established engineering standards and best practices including software revision controlSupport prototype development and testingSupport on site beta testing to ensure safety, reliability, and other performance metrics are metInvestigate product issues in the field and determine root causeDomestic travel up to 40% in North America, mostly within the Continental United StatesQualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent experienceExperience, such as an internship, with the material handling industryExperience with various industrial HMI and SCADA systemsExperience with Allen-Bradley controls/controllers or Schneider PLCs a plusKnowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADAKnowledge of controls/controllers and PLCs a plusProficient with AutoCAD or AutoCAD ElectricalAbility to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlinesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsTeam-oriented and collaborativeCreative-thinking and problem-solving skillsAbility to learn new technologiesSelf-motivatedAbility to work non-traditional hoursMust be able to speak, read and understand the English languageBenefit InformationMany great benefits to include Health/Vision/Dental/401k with matchFSA/HSAEmployee Assistance ProgramEEO StatementEOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/VeteransSalaryUSD $70,000.00 - USD $80,000.00Federal ContractorIf you need assistance applying to an open position online, please email HR-ILUS@daifukuna.com#J-18808-Ljbffr