Conveyor Automation and Engineering Manager

3 weeks ago


Downers Grove, Illinois, United States Industrial Kinetics, Inc. Full time

Industrial Kinetics, Inc. is a 50-year-old leader in the conveyor systems industry. We are looking for an experienced Automation and Controls Engineer to join our team.

About the Job:

This role involves overseeing the design, development, implementation, and optimization of advanced control systems for conveyor systems. The successful candidate will lead a team of engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage all phases of control systems development from conceptual design to commissioning and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Technical Expertise: Lead the design and architecture of control systems, including remote I/O architectures, develop and implement safety circuits and schematics, program PLCs, integrate host interfaces using various communication protocols, select and configure motor controls, specify and integrate sensors, design and implement safety systems, oversee the commissioning of control systems, and ensure seamless operation post-installation.
  • Managerial Skills: Manage suppliers, collaborate closely with systems and mechanical engineering teams, maintain clear and effective communication with customers and project managers, ensure project-level profitability by monitoring costs, timelines, and resource allocation, drive departmental profitability through efficient management of resources and continuous process improvement.
  • Sales and Product Development: Review customer specifications and provide expert input for feasibility and execution, prepare detailed and accurate quotes and bids for prospective projects, support sales efforts by developing creative and customized control solutions, participate in sales presentations, offer technical insights and solutions to prospective clients, develop and refine MDR (Motor Driven Roller) architecture and programming for new and existing conveyor systems, innovate and optimize AC drive architecture and programming, design machine-level product kits that can be standardized across projects, and lead the development of AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robots) conveyor controls, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics or a related field preferred, OR equivalent conveyor automation industry experience required.
  • Extensive experience in PLC programming, specifically Allen Bradley systems.
  • Proven track record in designing and implementing control system architectures, including safety circuits and I/O configurations.
  • Extensive knowledge of SolidWorks is required.
  • Extensive knowledge of Epicor or similar ERP system is required.
  • Strong understanding of motor control technologies and various communication protocols.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage projects and teams, with a focus on profitability and customer satisfaction.
  • Experience in sales support, including bid preparation, creative solution development, and sales presentations.
  • Strong product development skills, with experience in MDR and AC drive systems.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year.
  • Paid vacation and sick time.
  • 9 paid holidays.
  • SIX different medical options.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Disability insurance.
  • 401(k) (with employer match).
  • Tool allowance.
  • The chance to be part of a 50-year tradition of excellence.


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