Senior Controls Engineer II

at Wynright in Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Senior Controls Engineer II
Job Location

US-IL-Bolingbrook | US-KY-Erlanger

# of Openings 
1  

Shift 
1st Shift  

Company Division 
WYN
Overview

About Us
Daifuku 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!
Job Summary
The Senior Controls Engineer II designs control systems for industrial material handling solutions. Includes development of specifications, device layout drawings, control schematics, PLC logic, and solutions that deliver exceptional customer value. Works closely with the overall project team to design systems meeting the project requirements. Uses creativity and innovation to tailor the standard product offering to meet customer needs. Leads large projects and directs the work of assigned team members. Performs duties with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

Based on customer specifications and scope documentation, designs system layouts, schematics, and control devices, usually for large projects or multiple small projects
Performs diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making
Leads large projects by defining and issuing work to assigned team members or runs multiple small projects with minimal direction
Creates all project documents according to internal processes to ensure that designs meet customer expectations
Prepares schematics and specifications for control panel fabrication
Maintains a progress schedule that meets project milestones
Provides documentation and support to the field wiring team
Creates Programmable Logical Control (PLC) programs
Works closely with the Software Engineering team to integrate control solutions
Performs on-site commissioning
Performs system validation according to scope documentation and project requirements
Directs assigned team in the field and assigns priorities consistent with project needs; reports progress to project and engineering management
Ensures that all project checklists and electronic documents created by the project team are complete and archived
Provides input to the project lessons learned process
Reviews customer specifications and scope documentation for quotation and clarification
Performs process checks and design reviews
Provides back-up for Engineering Managers
Follows engineering standards
Travels up to 50%

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience

Minimum of 8 years of related experience

Experience with industrial HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers and Schneider PLCs

In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, and Schneider PLCs

Proficient with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical or other related electrical CAD systems such as EPlan

Ability to lead a team and accomplish project goals effectively

Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Team-oriented and collaborative

Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills

Ability to learn new technologies

Self-motivated
Ability to work non-traditional hours

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