Controls Engineer II

Summary

Körber Supply Chain provides supply chain automation and material handling solutions through its Automation team. The Controls Engineer II will design, program, deploy, test, and commission control systems for material handling applications, troubleshoot PLC and electrical systems, collaborate on control network architecture, and develop recommendations to improve productivity and reduce costs.

Responsibilities

• You will design and deploy control systems, including programming and commissioning PLC code, developing graphical user interfaces, and validating or emulating code functionality before deployment and on-site testing
• You will troubleshoot PLC code and electrical system functionality during on-site commissioning, supporting equipment and system testing to ensure timely project completion
• You will collaborate with Electrical Engineering resources to define electrical device requirements, support control network architecture design, and review complex customer standards, specifications, and documentation to determine system requirements
• You will contribute to cost and resource estimates for complex module development and commissioning activities, while monitoring system design cost alignment with equipment and engineering service project budgets
• You will execute software quality processes through module, subsystem, and system-level test procedures
• You will develop recommendations that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction

Skills

• You have obtained a bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field with five (5) years of work experience in the material handling or a related industry, or 3 years of relevant work experience with a Master's degree
• You have experience with Rockwell Automation PLC programming (including GuardLogix) and Siemens TIA Portal programming (including Starter)
• You have experience with Ethernet/IP network architecture
• You have experience interpreting electrical schematics and a solid understanding of HMI programming
• You have proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with project management, engineering teams, installation crews, and external partners
• You have demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills with both internal teams and external stakeholders
• You understand and support project financial tracking and schedule management while maintaining high service standards
• You can travel up to 40% annually, including short-term assignments with 10/4 rotations as project needs require
• Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position
• This is a full-time, exempt position with a hybrid work schedule for individuals located within Atlanta, Georgia, Irving, Texas, or our Charlotte, NC offices. Employees in these locations are expected to work three days per week in the office. Individuals located outside of these areas will work remotely
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S., this position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Qualifications

Must Haves

• You have obtained a bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field with five (5) years of work experience in the material handling or a related industry, or 3 years of relevant work experience with a Master's degree
• You have experience with Rockwell Automation PLC programming (including GuardLogix) and Siemens TIA Portal programming (including Starter)
• You have experience with Ethernet/IP network architecture
• You have experience interpreting electrical schematics and a solid understanding of HMI programming
• You have proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with project management, engineering teams, installation crews, and external partners
• You have demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills with both internal teams and external stakeholders
• You understand and support project financial tracking and schedule management while maintaining high service standards
• You can travel up to 40% annually, including short-term assignments with 10/4 rotations as project needs require
• Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position
• This is a full-time, exempt position with a hybrid work schedule for individuals located within Atlanta, Georgia, Irving, Texas, or our Charlotte, NC offices. Employees in these locations are expected to work three days per week in the office. Individuals located outside of these areas will work remotely
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S., this position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Benefits

• A flexible work environment that supports work-life balance
• Paid time off for parental leave
• 22+ days off for personal time and holidays, including a week-long winter holiday closure
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options
• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to six percent
• Company-paid vision insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability benefits
• Company-paid basic life insurance plans
• Educational programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Hybrid work schedule for individuals located within Atlanta, Georgia, Irving, Texas, or the Charlotte, NC offices, with three days per week in the office
• Remote work for individuals located outside of Atlanta, Georgia, Irving, Texas, or the Charlotte, NC offices