Controls Engineer

About this role

About the Role:

As a Controls Engineer, you will lead the hardware aspects of controls projects throughout the design phase; from concept and component selection to electrical system design. You will play a key role in delivering reliable, scalable, and innovative automation systems for high-profile material handling customers. Additionally, you will contribute to the evolution of DCS’s electrical standards, product offerings, and team capabilities.

Sound like you? Read on.

In this role, you will:

• Lead controls electrical designs and assists with implementation for material handling systems.

• Design electrical systems, including field device placement, control panel layouts, and electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.

• Select components, design networks, develop Bills of Materials (BOMs), and validate equipment.

• Program PLCs and oversee system commissioning, debugging, and validation.

• Provide on-site troubleshooting and technical support during installation.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to customer satisfaction.

• Develop and maintain controls and electrical design and installation standards.

• Collaborate with vendors to evaluate and implement emerging Material Handling System technologies.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering without compromising performance.

• Mentor engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing across the Controls team

• Participate in Controls team initiatives, process development, and tool creation

• Support recruiting efforts and provide feedback on technology/software vendors

• Maintain open, timely communication with project teams and leadership

• Represent DCS with professionalism during site visits, customer meetings, and supplier interactions

• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture that emphasizes growth and accountability

• Attend weekly controls meetings and internal training sessions

We’re Excited About You Because:

• You have 1+ years of relevant experience (or 3+ years without a degree), ideally in the material handling industry

• You have AutoCAD Electrical/EPLAN experience

• You’re experienced in electrical schematics, control panels and material handling system layouts

• You’re excited about the opportunity to develop the tools for a new team

• You’re mechanically inclined and comfortable in both design and field environments

• You’re resourceful, independent, and love solving hard problems

• You are proactive, collaborative, and passionate about continual improvement

• You’re flexible and can manage multiple fast-paced projects at once

• You’re an excellent communicator — written and verbal

• You’re willing and able to travel up to 50% as needed

This job description is not exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned as needed, and responsibilities may evolve to support the business and employee experience.

About Us:

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