What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls System Engineer position at Daifuku?
Overview
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for leading the design, prototype, testing and commissioning of order fulfillment automation equipment throughout the ELS supported, North America Fulfillment Center (NAFC) network.
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Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Lead the design, prototype, test and commissioning of order fulfillment automation equipment throughout the ELS Supported, North America Fulfillment Center (NAFC) network
- Work with customer System Engineers, Controls Managers, Launch Engineers, Operations Engineers, Software Development Engineers and Material Handling System (MHS) vendors to develop solutions to a variety of automation challenges such as high-speed package sortation, label application, barcode scanning, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) metrics and control view HMI
- Provide technical leadership for large-scale control engineering projects, and coordinate control system design specifications and change management between internal teams and external vendors
- Develop long-term migration/upgrade path for each core control system/module in the NAFC network to ensure supportability
- Actively participate in the NAFC controls meetings and processes
- Support control equipment commissioning and CSS training at new fulfillment center
- Perform additional duties/assignments that may be required by management from time to time.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
Qualifications
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineer or related discipline, or an Associate Degree combined with 4 years of related experience
- Experience with at least one life-cycle of control system 3D experience (Design, Development and Deployment) utilizing Allen Bradley PAC processor family
- Experience with life-cycle embedded systems development including hardware (circuit and logic designs), software (embedded operating systems and driver programming), testing and implementation
- Working experience using C/C , VS.Net and SQL database (SQL Server, MySQL, SyBase) or other relevant programming experience is required
- Ability to travel to various North American fulfillment centers is required
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree is preferred
- Thorough understanding of Rockwell automation solution architecture, including:
- Proven working experience in Allen Bradley (A&B) PAC ladder logic code development and troubleshooting using RSLogix 5000 software
- Proven device level knowledge on A&B CompactLogix and ControlLogix processors, input/output modules, and EtherNet module
- Working experience with Rockwell RSView and ICONICS is a plus
- In-depth knowledge of WMS/WCS API design methodology and Windows SQL Server based 2.5-tier client/server solution architecture
- Working experience using QNX/Linux platforms is a plus
- Strong knowledge in project development methodology, clear verbal and written communication skills, has the ability to handle daily activities in a dynamic environment and drive deliverables
ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions and results.
- Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
- Ability to take care of customer needs while following company procedures.
- Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
- Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
- Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
- Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
- Possess the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
- Ability to work with people regardless of race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or job type.
- Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
- Ability to manage resources to complete job assignment.
- Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
- Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
- Ability to complete assigned training in a timely manner.
Computer Skills:
Basic Requirements:
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office to include Word, Excel and Power Point
Preferred Requirements:
- None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Lift/Carry
Stand
O (Occasionally)
Walk
O (Occasionally)
Sit
F (Frequently)
Handling / Fingering
F (Frequently)
Reach Outward
I (Infrequently)
Reach Above Shoulder
I (Infrequently)
Climb/Balance
O (Occasionally)
Crawl
I (Infrequently)
Squat or Stoop
I (Infrequently)
Bend or Kneel
I (Infrequently)
10 lbs or less
O (Occasionally)
11-20 lbs
O (Occasionally)
21-50 lbs
I (Infrequently)
51 lbs
I (Infrequently)
Push/Pull
10 lbs or less
O (Occasionally)
11-20 lbs
O (Occasionally)
21-50 lbs
I (Infrequently)
51 lbs
I (Infrequently)
N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly)
Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements: Vision (Near, Distance)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office environment which may sometimes be located in a shop area. May be around dust, dirt, moving machinery, temperature changes and noise levels below OSHA minimum requirements. Use of PPE is required when on site at a field location.
