Full-Time

Controls Project Engineer

Posted on 9/9/2024

KION

KION

1,001-5,000 employees

Supplies forklifts, warehouse equipment, automation technology

Industrial & Manufacturing
Enterprise Software
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$82k - $166kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Rochester, NY, USA + 2 more

More locations: Grand Rapids, MI, USA | Wauwatosa, WI, USA

Must be willing to travel 40% to customer locations in the USA.

Category
Control Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Required Skills
AutoCAD
Requirements
  • BS/BA in electrical engineering or advanced degree.
  • 8+ years of successful experience in related field.
  • Demonstrates and applies a broad knowledge of field of specialization through successful completion of moderately complex assignments.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of organization's business practices and issues.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD.
  • Proficient in either Rockwell or Siemens PLCs.
  • Knowledgeable on AC drives, both open & closed loop.
  • Experience in Ethernet IP network design and machine safety a plus.
Responsibilities
  • Completes the commissioning of complex systems that integrate hardware and software.
  • Completes the design of schematics and control panels.
  • Completes recommendations for ideas related to productivity improvement, cost reduction and improvement in customer satisfaction.
  • Performs complex technical interchange and knowledge transfer for both processes and application of products to system design.
  • Performs full range of standard work for the professional field.
  • Identifies and resolves more complex problems and applies problem-solving skills in order to deal with most situations.

KION Group specializes in providing forklift trucks, warehouse equipment, and automation technology to enhance supply chain efficiency. Their products include industrial trucks and integrated systems that automate storage and retrieval processes, along with software solutions for warehouse management. KION stands out from competitors by offering a diverse range of well-known brands, each tailored to specific material handling needs, and by focusing on both product sales and leasing options. The company's goal is to optimize supply chains for various industries while committing to sustainability and digital transformation initiatives.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Wiesbaden, Germany

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Li-Cycle enhances KION's sustainability through lithium-ion battery recycling.
  • E-commerce growth boosts demand for KION's warehouse automation solutions.
  • Industry 4.0 trends increase demand for KION's advanced warehouse management systems.

What critics are saying

  • Departure of key executives may lead to leadership instability at KION.
  • Over-reliance on Eurofork could affect supply chain resilience for pallet systems.
  • Partnership with Li-Cycle exposes KION to battery technology and recycling regulation risks.

What makes KION unique

  • KION offers integrated automation systems and software for supply chain optimization.
  • The company operates under multiple brands, catering to diverse customer needs.
  • KION is committed to sustainability and digital transformation in intralogistics.

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