Vanderlande · 5 months ago
R&D Controls Engineer
Marietta, GA USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expVanderlande is a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors. The R&D Controls Engineer will be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on developing and refining products and processes, primarily through programming and design.
ComputerInformation TechnologyLogisticsTransportationWarehouse Automation
Responsibilities
Supporting the controls architecture development and programming required for new products
Researching and testing machine controls technologies to support Vanderlande products
Defining design and application rules. E.g. max # of nodes on a fieldbus network, PLC loading, etc
Creating and maintaining code libraries for standard equipment
Managing planned obsolescence of controls components related to standard equipment
Delivering quality by creating test plans, running risk analyses, and properly testing code
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
3 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC Platform (Siemens is a plus)
PLC languages: Ladder Logic & Structured Text (STL & FBD are a plus)
Industrial Fieldbus (e.g. Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, ControlNet, DeviceNet, ASi, Modbus)
Simulation/Emulation of Equipment
Electrical Design and Industrial Machinery
SCADA/HMI
Preferred
Familiarity with Parcel Logistics
Motor Control Theory
Source/Version Control
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
Distributed I/O
Computer Networking (TCP/IP)
Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) Integration
Programming (e.g. Python, C#, Java, HTML)
Predictive Maintenance
Condition Based Monitoring
Embedded Software
IIoT v4 (Industrial Internet of Things)
Machine Safety (ISO13849)
Benefits
Competitive salary
Generous benefits
Flexible working hours
Ability to work from home (when possible)
Modern workspaces
Amenities such as employee gym
Genuine focus on people and culture
Company
Vanderlande
Vanderlande is the global market leader for value-added logistic process automation at airports.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2017-03-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Gustavo Quero
NASC Operations Manager
Lisa Bellia
HR Business Partner Lead - Airport and Parcel Solutions, NA
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