Control Systems Engineer

Job Title

Control Systems Engineer

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering (RME) is hiring for Controls Systems Engineers!

The Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering team plays a vital role in our operational success in the distribution aspect of the business. We are seeking a proactive automation controls and technical support engineer for fulfillment center operations, focusing on maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and SCADA devices and programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate and plan work activities for the Control Systems Techs/Leads to accomplish goals and objectives of North America Customer Fulfillment teams

Work closely with FC Operations, Operations Engineering, FC Start up Team, AFT Software teams, ACES team, and Safety in supporting MHE systems optimization and project implementation

Understand, maintain, and troubleshoot material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems

Monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations for system performance issues and provide analysis across all FCs

Act as first level escalation support for the Control Systems Techs/Leads, during and after business hours, troubleshooting locally and remotely and repair all hardware or controls software systems within the building

Appropriately escalate downtime situations to vendors or headquarters for support to restore equipment operation.

Mentor CSTs and CSLs within your assigned building

Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes and implement process improvements or retraining to avoid future incidents

Apply subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic systems to maximize building utilization of systems

Perform, utilize, and provide analysis FC System Assessments to assess material handling system performance

Partner with FC Operations leadership, equipment vendors and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations. Act as the technical consultant for capital projects inside the building

Utilize FC network support resources for guidance and assistance, and assist peers, as needed

Communicate technical issues and project timelines with building leadership, operations and the maintenance team. Explain production impacts

Assist with skill assessments for the Technical positions within NACF Maintenance teams

Handle a flexible work load which may come from management or FC operations

Participate in AE conference calls and coordinate with AE central team to complete all tasks required

Provide weekly site controls reliability information to AE central team

Travel up to 20%

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or other related engineering OR 5 years of equivalent professional or military experience.

Experience with electrical theory, Robotics, Controls components, automated equipment

Knowledge on programming software such as RSLogix5000 studio, FT View, and other controls software platforms

Knowledge of Robotics work cells and its control systems

Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and designing HMI and control network components

Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Motor Controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components

Industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems

Knowledge or Warehouse Management System Software Concepts and messaging protocols

Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings

Experience identifying, maintaining, and utilizing SCADA systems and KPIs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to lead others in a technical role and interact with all levels of management.

Reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to train and develop others

Ability to interpret and understand policies and procedures and relay them to others

Systems controls design or programming experience

Systems integration experience

Field service engineering experience

Systems trainer or training experience

Experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Proven history of remote technical phone support

Experience with advanced automation controls systems

Experience with industrial robotics

Experience with ASRS systems

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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