Daifuku

Jul 1, 2026

Senior Controls Engineer

United States

Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States · Erlanger, Kentucky, United States · Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States · Fort Worth, Texas, United States · Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Overview

About Us

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Department Summary

The Controls Team Focuses on the design and modeling of a diverse range of dynamic mechatronic systems. This includes the integration and programming of the devices that will control the equipment and interface with material delivery and sortation systems throughout the plant. Works with the electrical design and overall project teams to document systems, coordinate electrical standardization and ensure consistence between projects. Designs and drafts control systems for material handling solutions using AutoCAD Electrical as needed. Drawing sets include device layout drawings, control schematics, panel layouts, and network and installation details.

Job Summary

Designs control systems for industrial material handling solutions. Includes concepting new ideas, developing specifications and requirements, implementing proof of concepts and prototypes, performing high level and detailed designing, and leading the transition to manufacturing. Leads large projects or multiple smaller projects and provides direction and training to less-senior associates.

Responsibilities

Lead in the concepting and design of products that add value and are a solution to customers and market needs

Lead and collaborate with others on the development team to develop products

Ensure products developed fit with current and future manufacturing operations

Ensure products developed meet competitive and market demands for performance and cost

Specify and develop a sequence of operations of automated equipment

Prepares schematics and specifications for control panel fabrication

Develop Programmable Logical Control (PLC) programs

Maintain product develop schedules and cost estimates

Follow established engineering standards and best practices including software revision control

Perform prototype development and testing

Perform on site beta testing to ensure safety, reliability, and other performance metrics are met

Investigate product issues in the field and determine root cause

Domestic travel up to 60% in North America, mostly within the Continental United States.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience

Minimum of 6 years of related experience

Experience with industrial HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers and Schneider PLCs

In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, and Schneider PLCs

Proficient with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical or other related electrical CAD systems such as EPlan

Ability to lead a team and accomplish project goals effectively

Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Team-oriented and collaborative

Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills

Ability to learn new technologies

Self-motivated

Ability to work non-traditional hours

Must be able to read, speak and understsand the English language.

Benefit Information

Many great benefits to include Health/Vision/Dental/401k with match

FSA/HSA

Employee Assistance Program

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

Federal Contractor

If you need assistance applying to an open position online, please email HR-ILUS@daifukuna.com

Job Posting Min Salary USD $85,000.00

Job Posting Max Salary USD $125,000.00

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