[Hiring] Electrical Controls Engineer @KION Group

Role Description

Dematic has an immediate need for a Controls Engineer in our Customer Service Modernizations & Upgrades group. Candidates that have exposure to control systems/PLC programming and a passion for automation will be a great fit for this team! Candidates can be based anywhere in the continental USA, but must be open to 40% travel to our customer sites in the United States.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in electrical engineering or closely related field
• 5+ years of successful experience in related field
• Demonstrates and applies a broad knowledge of field of specialization through successful completion of moderately complex assignments
• Demonstrates knowledge of organization's business practices and issues
• Proficient in AutoCAD a plus
• Proficient in either Rockwell PLCs, hardware and software
• Knowledgeable on AC drives, both open & closed loop
• Experience in Ethernet IP network design
• Exceptional customer focus and ability to deliver results
• Demonstrated problem solver with excellent communication skills

Requirements

• Translate project contractual technical requirements into deliverables and tasks for engineering teams (design/layout, emulation, order entry, drawings, commissioning)
• Ensure all deliverables and solutions meet quality standards, processes, and established engineering practices
• Proactively identify and resolve issues impacting engineering tasks to prevent project delays
• Monitor and manage project team performance to ensure KPIs are achieved
• Deliver assigned work packages on time and within budget, as defined by the Project Manager
• Act as the main point of contact for project management, Mechanical Engineering, mechanical and electrical installation, procurement, and manufacturing regarding engineering deliverables
• Collaborate with ME and other CE Leads to ensure third-party specifications and resale component requirements are accurate and complete
• Track engineering progress against schedule; report updates with ME/CE Leads
• Prepare project status reports, financial forecasts, and schedule updates
• Support project risk management by documenting, escalating, and mitigating risks
• Lead technical reviews and conduct post-mortems with project managers to drive continuous improvement
• Completes the design of schematics and control panels
• Completes the commissioning of complex systems that integrate hardware and software
• Completes recommendations for ideas related to productivity improvement, cost reduction and improvement in customer satisfaction
• Must be open to travel up to 40% to customer locations in the USA

Benefits

• Career Development
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Pay Transparency
• Global Opportunities