SAVOYE · 1 day ago
Senior Controls Engineer
Aurora, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expSAVOYE NORTH AMERICA designs and integrates supply chain solutions, providing innovative logistics solutions. The Sr. Controls Engineer will focus on client satisfaction, troubleshooting, and developing a working knowledge of SAVOYE systems to support clients.
LogisticsPackaging ServicesSupply Chain ManagementWarehouse Automation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leading a flexible and multi-discipline team to produce material handling solutions that meet the business objectives and requirements of the customer
Attending and leading technical discussions with customers
Mentoring other engineers in job requirements
Travel to customer sites for sales support, site evaluation, design considerations, design reviews, and project support from installation through system acceptance
Provide regular updates to Project Management and Executive Sponsor on the deliverable status, technical risks and contingency plans, and the engineering percent complete for your project
Produce required documentation for the project, schematics and drawings, operations manuals, etc
Develop, design, and modify PLC and HMI programming for automated material handling equipment
Working closely with our manufacturing and R&D teams to ensure that the quality and functionality of our products remains at the highest level
Performing pre-commissioning activities such as panel check outs, I/O checks, etc
Perform commissioning activities including acceptance testing
Complete weekly time entry and expense reports
Handling and helping to resolve customer inquiries and concerns
Owning or participating in Training, Quality Assurance, or new process development/implementation
Assisting with other Electrical Controls projects as assigned
Travel within respective regional coverage area may be required, depending on client needs
Review client notes and communicate urgent needs and escalations to on-site Technicians, Site Leads, and Managers in a timely manner
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
Seven or more years of experience, preferably in the Material Handling Industry
Working knowledge of AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical to develop electrical schematics
Proficiency with common productivity and communication software, such as Microsoft Office and Teams
Knowledgeable of Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC and HMI software (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View)
Experience developing and debugging PLC programs using ladder logic, structured text, and function block
Familiarity with other PLC platforms including (but not limited to) Beckhoff, Siemens, Schneider/ Modicon, Lenze, and CodeSys
Ability to travel up to 25% to support sales, project design, installations, commissioning, and service
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The company is not able to provide sponsorship for employment visas
Preferred
Experience in conveyor system controls for both carton and unit load handling, sortation, palletizing, and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS)
Experience in electrical and controls systems retrofits and modernizations
Comfortable working in a team environment; eager to listen effectively and contribute confidently
Proactive problem solver who enjoys troubleshooting
Capable of clearly communicating and presenting to both internal and external stakeholders
Willingness to be hands-on
Lifting items up to 50 lbs
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Annual Bonus Plan
Heath, Dental, and Vision insurance offered by BCBS. Offer few H.S.A and PPO options, two dental options, and Vision benefit by EyeMed
Voluntary: Short-Term Disability & other ancillary benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital and Accidental insurance)
Employer paid-Life insurance and AD&D and Long-Term Disability. Employee assistance program (EAP)
Paid time off (PTO) including sick time. Separate Bereavement Leave
Generous Company Holidays
Company
SAVOYE
Savoye is an engineering of the global logistic solution company.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-11-05
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