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Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.
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If you are looking to enhance, change, or even start your career in the logistics and supply chain field, we have the position for you! Our Controls Engineers play a pivotal role in the overall success of our operations.
Westport Axle is a leading single-source logistics provider that offers a broad scope of services throughout the entire supply chain. Westport's experienced management team, with its state-of-the-art technology, provides customized logistics solutions to its customers resulting in proven efficiencies and savings.
Position Overview:
The Controls Engineer plays a crucial role in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of equipment for all markets. This role requires a dynamic individual with a strong electrical and mechanical background, exceptional problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities. The Controls Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and ensure customer satisfaction.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions**) :
- Develop, program, and maintain PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) systems for our equipment.
- Utilize industry-standard platforms.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to design control systems that integrate seamlessly with our packaged equipment.
- Integrate control systems with other equipment components, such as motors, pumps, valves, and instrumentation.
- Ensure proper communication and data exchange between various control system elements.
- Implement preventive maintenance routines to ensure long-term reliability and performance.
- Maintain accurate documentation of control system designs, configurations, and programming code.
- Collaborate with various departments, including application engineering, manufacturing, and quality control, to ensure the successful integration of control systems.
- Proven experience (2+ years) in controls engineering for various applications, preferably within a relevant industry.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical/mechanical engineering.
- Proficiency in CAD software, such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent.
- Strong understanding of electrical principles, power distribution, controls, and relevant calculations.
- Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., NEC, IEC, UL) and regulations related to control panel design and electrical systems.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot design-related issues.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients.
We offer a competitive base salary and benefits package including major medical, dental, 401K, and vacation in addition to offering upward mobility within the company. If you are an energetic, self-motivated individual with the drive to become part of a growing organization, do not hesitate, respond today!