Controls Engineer I (Savannah, GA Area)

About Us

Daifuku is the nation's leading independent, U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Controls Engineer I 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. May work with support of more senior engineers. 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.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide local support for a large project in the Savannah, Georgia area!

Candidates with Associates' or Technical Degrees Encouraged to Apply!

Based on customer specifications and scope documentation, designs system layouts, schematics, and control devices, usually for small projects and retrofits; supports design of projects of all sizes
• Performs diverse, specialized and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making
• Creates control sequence of operation documents to ensure that the design meets 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 to implement and validate the system design
• Follows engineering standards
• Domestic travel up to 40% in North America, mostly within the Continental United States.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

  • Associates Degree in a Engineering Discplines are encouraged to apply!

• Experience, such as an internship, with the material handling industry

• Experience with various industrial HMI and SCADA systems
• Experience with Allen-Bradley controls/controllers or Schneider PLCs a plus
• Knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA
• Knowledge of controls/controllers and PLCs a plus
• Proficient with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical
• 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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