Senior Controls Engineer

Company Description

BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader in intralogistics in the fields of conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution technology. BEUMER Group offers the right solution for almost every logistic challenge. We are a family owned, intralogistics leader, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We are proud of what our employees create each day. Integrity, Inspiration, Quality and Teamwork!

Job Description

The Senior Controls Engineer is a hands-on role requiring strong technical and communication skills. This position involves developing and maintaining machine control systems, primarily in high-speed sorters, with potential involvement in Packaging, Palletizing (e.g., robotics, palletizers), and Airport Systems (e.g., Crisbag, Autover).

The engineer will lead the development, enhancement, and support of core technologies, ensuring their effective implementation, and providing training and documentation. A key aspect of the role is staying updated with technological advancements and aligning with BEUMER Group's global strategy, with occasional travel for meetings and events.

While there is no direct personnel management, strong machine control experience is essential. The role may involve project development, implementation, and commissioning. Proficiency with Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms is required, with additional experience in other PLCs or programming environments a plus. The engineer will collaborate closely with global teams across R&D, engineering, project management, sales, and customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Understand customer requirements and translate them into programmatic designs.
• Interpret electrical design drawings and specifications relevant to machine control programming.
• Train colleagues in the application of core technologies within their area of expertise.
• Support project-specific technology implementations.
• Collaborate with electrical engineering teams to define I/O networks, addressing schemes, and equipment selections.
• Work with PC software developers to establish efficient interfaces and define task responsibilities.
• Align technological developments with BEUMER Group standards, particularly those set by the Center of Competence (CoC).
• Participate in in-house testing of machine control systems across BEUMER offices.
• Engage in project engineering, on-site commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare and test PLC hardware for various projects.
• Provide second-tier and third-tier software support.
• Assist in the development of PLC and HMI systems for both the Packaging and Palletizing and Airport divisions.
• Undertake special projects or other responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Requirements/Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Controls Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience.

Technical Expertise:

• Advanced machine control concepts.
• Complex mathematical techniques relevant to controls engineering.
• Programming proficiency in Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs.
• SCADA system development, particularly with Ignition by Inductive Automation, including design, implementation, and maintenance.

Skills and Abilities:

• Independently evaluate and resolve complex controls engineering challenges.
• Develop and integrate SCADA systems, particularly utilizing the Ignition platform.
• Stay updated with emerging trends in engineering and automation technologies.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Prepare detailed specifications and documentation meeting project standards.
• Investigate and troubleshoot technical issues, implementing corrective actions.
• Utilize computer-based tools for project management and programming.
• Travel nationally and internationally as needed.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a quick learning ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure while maintaining thoroughness and a sense of urgency.
• Professional, positive, and energetic demeanor.
• Travel Expectation: Approximately 20%.

Additional Information

BEUMER is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.