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, including conveyor control software and industrial networks. Proficient in using CAD tools and PLC programming to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

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 ConfigurationEmulation TestingSystem CommissioningProductivity Improvement RecommendationsMachine Safety KnowledgeAC Drives Knowledge

Soft Skills

CollaborationTrainingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

CAD ToolsAB Logix DesignerEmbedded Conveyor Controllers

Industry Keywords

Conveyor SystemsIndustrial NetworksQuality StandardsEngineering PracticesProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver assigned work packages on time and within budget, as defined by the Project Manager
Ensure all 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 appropriate CAD tools
Perform FLA, power drop, cable length, and other engineering calculations
Design industrial networks using Ethernet, ProfiBus/ProfiNet, AS-i, DCAN, and related technologies
Design semi-complex conveyor control software using tools such as AB Logix Designer
Configure VFD parameters for specific 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 sessions and collaborative formats
Track engineering progress against schedule and report updates with ME/CE Leads
Complete commissioning of 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
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
Must be open to travel up to 50% to customer locations in the USA
Employees can be based anywhere in the continental USA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career Development
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Global Opportunities