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KION Group · 12 hours ago

Analyst Controls Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $140K/yr

4+ years exp

Dematic Corp., a member of KION Group, is an intralogistics innovator that designs and supports automated solutions for manufacturing and distribution environments. They are seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to deliver work packages, ensure quality standards, and develop electrical designs for conveyor systems.

Industrial Engineering

Responsibilities

Deliver assigned work packages on time and within budget, as defined by the Project Manager

Ensure all deliverables and solutions meet quality standards, processes, and established engineering practices

Interpret design input requirements to produce semi-complex system designs

Select and place electrical and controls components for conveyor systems to ensure accurate and reliable operation (e.g., photoeyes, I/O blocks, beacon lights, control stations, gateways, VFDs, etc.)

Develop electrical layouts and schematic drawings using appropriate CAD tools

Perform FLA, power drop, cable length, and other engineering calculations to ensure proper system functionality and compliance with Dematic and industrial standards

Design industrial networks in accordance with Dematic guidelines and industry standards (Ethernet, ProfiBus/ProfiNet, AS-i, DCAN, etc.)

Design semi-complex conveyor control software using tools such as AB Logix Designer

Configure Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) parameters to meet specific application requirements

Create configuration and parameter files for Embedded Conveyor Controllers (ECCs)

Emulation testing of designed systems to ensure proper functionality

Document findings and results in alignment with Dematic standards, including Best Practices, Standard Work Packages, process documentation, application guidelines, and manuals

Share developed documentation and knowledge with less experienced engineers through training sessions, spreadsheets, manuals, and other collaborative formats

Track engineering progress against schedule; report updates with ME/CE Leads

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 50% to customer location in the USA