Professional Controls Project Engineer, Level 3

KION Group

. Lead controls engineering execution for assigned Dematic material handling projects, project areas, or major work packages from post-sale handoff through commissioning, go-live, site support, standby support, and project turnover .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeMexico City • MexicoMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in controls engineering, including PLC/HMI development, testing, and troubleshooting for automated material handling systems. Proficient in project execution, cross-functional collaboration, and effective communication in both English and Spanish.

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PLC/HMI DevelopmentControls TestingAutomated Material Handling SystemsCross-Functional Project CollaborationProject Engineering Execution

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Hard Skills

Controls EngineeringAutomationMechatronicsTroubleshootingFunctional TestingControls Layout DevelopmentI/O SystemsVFDsSafety SystemsElectrical Drawings

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMentoringTechnical GuidanceProblem SolvingCustomer-Facing Skills

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADStudio 5000TIA PortalHMI ToolsSAPCET DesignerSolidworksMicrosoft OfficeTeamsIssue Tracking Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PLC CertificationAutomation CertificationSafety CertificationElectrical CertificationProject Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Material HandlingManufacturing SystemsConveyor SystemsSortation SystemsRobotic SystemsAutomated Equipment ProjectsCommissioningSite SupportProject CloseoutRoot Cause Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead controls engineering execution for assigned Dematic material handling projects, project areas, or major work packages from post-sale handoff through commissioning, go-live, site support, standby support, and project turnover
Act as the primary Project Engineering controls point of contact for assigned projects or project areas
Review project scope, customer specifications, quotes, layouts, technical requirements, and Solution Development outputs
Divide project scope into control areas and define the controls approach
Develop, review, and maintain controls layouts, schematics, BOMs, detailed drawings, installation documentation, and project deliverables
Support order entry and ensure controls materials, devices, and components are specified and released
Develop, modify, test, and validate PLC/HMI logic
Support emulation, internal testing, functional testing, integration testing, site acceptance testing, and go-live readiness
Validate I/O, scanners, VFDs, motors, sensors, safety devices, control panels, industrial networks, and peripheral devices
Troubleshoot PLC logic, HMI interfaces, field devices, communication networks, and material handling equipment
Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for controls-related issues
Lead or support customer-site commissioning, startup, checkout, functional validation, troubleshooting, handover, and stabilization
Coordinate with Mechanical Engineering, Software, Installation, Project Management, Solution Development, Finance, customers, and other stakeholders
Guide less experienced engineers through task direction, technical support, deliverable reviews, and commissioning support
Communicate technical status, risks, blockers, recovery actions, and scope or design issues
Apply safety standards, quality processes, standard work, application guides, and documentation standards
Contribute to productivity, cost reduction, quality improvement, customer satisfaction, lessons learned, and process improvements
Track engineering execution against project budget, schedule, scope, labor allocation, material scope, and cost assumptions
Support order entry, material release, documentation updates, status reporting, issue tracking, forecasting, change requests, rework, recovery plans, and project closeout
Maintain records of decisions, technical changes, open issues, and project risks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related Engineering discipline
Typically, 5–8 years of experience in controls engineering, automation, mechatronics, material handling, manufacturing systems, project engineering, or a related technical field
Experience leading or supporting automated equipment projects from engineering execution through site commissioning, go-live, and stabilization
Experience with PLC/HMI development, controls testing, system emulation, I/O checkout, functional testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning
Experience working with cross-functional project teams including mechanical engineering, software, installation, project management, solution development, and customer stakeholders
Strong understanding of controls engineering principles for automated material handling systems
Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, I/O systems, VFDs, scanners, motors, sensors, safety systems, control panels, Ethernet/IP or other industrial networks, and related controls devices
Ability to develop, modify, test, and troubleshoot PLC/HMI logic for standard and moderately complex project areas
Ability to perform controls checkout, functional testing, emulation support, commissioning, and root cause troubleshooting
Ability to read, interpret, and develop controls layouts, schematics, BOMs, sequence of operations, installation drawings, risk assessments, customer specifications, quotes, project proposals, and Dematic standards
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish
Advanced English required
Proficiency with AutoCAD/electrical drawings, Studio 5000, TIA Portal, HMI tools, SAP, CET Designer, Auto Cad, Solidworks, RAD, Microsoft Office, Teams, and issue tracking tools
Ability to work in a customer-facing environment and communicate technical issues clearly
Ability to work independently, escalate appropriately, mentor less experienced engineers, and provide technical guidance
Ability to understand project budgets, engineering labor plans, material scope, cost drivers, and schedule impacts
Ability to support project administration, order entry, issue tracking, status reporting, change identification, and project closeout activities
Domestic and international travel required; expected travel approximately 40%
Must be able to work at customer sites, warehouses, manufacturing environments, and active installation/commissioning areas
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods during site execution
Must follow required PPE, safety, and customer site requirements
Ability to lift and transport work-related equipment or luggage up to 25 kg
Valid passport and visa preferred or required based on project assignment and travel needs
Experience in conveyor, sortation, ASRS, shuttle, palletizing, robotic, or other automated material handling systems preferred
Experience mentoring junior engineers, coordinating technical tasks, or leading defined project execution scope preferred
PLC, automation, safety, electrical, controls, or project management certifications preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Domestic and international travel required, with travel impact and site support accommodated as part of project execution
Flexible hours, weekends, or extended shifts during startup, commissioning, go-live, and standby support phases as required by project needs
Professional mentoring and technical guidance opportunities
Global customer, peer, and project stakeholder exposure
KION Group values and core competencies environment, including collaboration, excellence, and responsibility