Job Title: Controls Engineer
Job Description

Our team is seeking a Controls Engineer to support the Material Handling Equipment (MHE) engineering team. This individual will challenge current processes, equipment procedures, and electrical/controls specifications in our delivery stations to come up with creative and implementable process improvement initiatives. This Senior Controls Engineer will also design and develop new and existing delivery station electrical and controls layouts. This position will be responsible for designing, managing, and executing the next generation of delivery station processes, equipment, and operations. This is a unique opportunity to own new innovative projects that will advance the intelligence of our last mile business.

ResponsibilitiesOwn the design and development of industrial controls design for complex material handling systems considering human/equipment interactions for the Logistics North America network.Act as the interface between the MHE vendors and internal engineering design teams during the electrical and controls design of the complex material handling systems to ensure vendor compliance with controls specifications, NEC, NFPA 70, and other applicable codes.Simultaneously manage multiple high-visibility projects and tasks while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors, and vendors.Conduct post mortem on designs after implementation in partnership with Safety, Maintenance, and Operations.Review new advanced technology being introduced into the MHE systems with a focus on the electrical and controls interfacing requirements.Evaluate pricing of project proposals, change orders, and other quotes as they relate to the electrical and controls scope.Use AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and/or Eplan for review of electrical schematics and layouts.Review and update specifications to maintain the optimal technology in controls for Logistics.Understand material handling control systems including relay logic, PLCs, IPCs, and industrial networks such as Ethernet, motor control systems, and electrical distribution systems.Develop, document, and update design standards in conjunction with worldwide design teams with an emphasis on the electrical and controls design standards.Experience with technical solutions that encompass advanced technology applications, conveyor hardware selection, material handling integration, and vendor commissioning content and expectations.Essential SkillsPLC programmingAllen-BradleyControls engineeringBeckhoffControl System DesignAutomationAdditional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or other related Engineering field.5 years of experience in Electrical/Control systems in a PLC-based controls design, preferred in development and implementation in a fast-paced industrial logistics, production, or manufacturing environment.5 years of experience directly managing and responsible for multiple large projects.Ideal experience with Codesys.Work Environment

This role involves 20-40% travel, primarily around the PNW, with occasional travel for factory acceptance testing. The position offers a hybrid work environment with a blend of in-office and remote work. You will be working onsite in the Seattle/Bellevue market, partnering with controls vendors, designing new and retrofit PLC systems. The team is involved in Delivery Station operations, handling all PLCs, electrical/control panels, vendor electrical drawings, HMIs, safety switches, and more. There is an opportunity for this role to convert to a permanent position based on performance, with a previous consultant having been converted to a full-time employee after only 2 months.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $59.00 - $59.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Bellevue,WA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 28, 2025.

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