Controls Engineer – New Graduate, Early Career

KION Group

. Deliver assigned work packages on time and within budget as defined by the Project Manager .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $79,000 - $116,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in controls engineering with a strong focus on designing and implementing electrical systems for conveyor applications. Proficient in using CAD tools for layout design and experienced in configuring PLCs and VFDs to meet project specifications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Controls EngineeringElectrical Engineering DegreeAutoCAD ProficiencyRockwell Or Siemens PLCsEthernet IP Network Design

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Hard Skills

Electrical LayoutsSchematic DrawingsEngineering CalculationsConveyor Control Software DesignVFD Parameter ConfigurationEmulation TestingSystem CommissioningDocumentation StandardsProductivity Improvement RecommendationsMachine Safety Knowledge

Soft Skills

CollaborationTrainingCommunication

Industry Keywords

Conveyor SystemsIndustrial NetworksProfiBusProfiNetDCANEmbedded Conveyor ControllersCustomer Satisfaction ImprovementsTravel Willingness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver assigned work packages on time and within budget as defined by the Project Manager
Ensure deliverables and solutions meet quality standards, processes, and established engineering practices
Interpret design input requirements to produce semi-complex system designs
Select and place electrical and controls components for conveyor systems
Develop electrical layouts and schematic drawings using CAD tools
Perform FLA, power drop, cable length, and other engineering calculations
Design industrial networks using Ethernet, ProfiBus/ProfiNet, AS-i, and DCAN
Design semi-complex conveyor control software using AB Logix Designer
Configure VFD parameters for application requirements
Create configuration and parameter files for Embedded Conveyor Controllers
Conduct emulation testing of designed systems
Document findings and results according to Dematic standards
Share documentation and knowledge with less experienced engineers through training and collaborative formats
Track engineering progress against schedule and report updates to ME/CE Leads
Commission complex systems integrating hardware and software
Recommend productivity improvements, cost reductions, and customer satisfaction improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 0-12 years' experience in controls engineering
BS/BA in electrical engineering or advanced degree
Successful experience in a related field
Broad knowledge of the field of specialization through successful completion of moderately complex assignments
Knowledge of organization's business practices and issues
Proficient in AutoCAD
Proficient in either Rockwell or Siemens PLCs
Knowledge of AC drives, both open and closed loop
Experience in Ethernet IP network design and machine safety a plus
Willingness to travel up to 50% to customer locations in the USA
Must be willing to travel no more than 35-40% to customer locations in the USA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career Development
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Pay Transparency
Global Opportunities