Senior Solution Design Controls Engineer – ASRS

KION Group

. Evaluate installed ASRS systems, customer requirements, technical documentation, and field conditions to identify risks, modernization needs, and opportunities .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in controls engineering and automated material-handling systems, with a strong focus on ASRS applications, controls modernization, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in analyzing complex controls issues and delivering tailored solutions while managing multiple priorities.

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Controls EngineeringAutomated Material-Handling SystemsPLC ProgrammingASRS Controls ExperienceControls Estimating

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Hard Skills

Controls ModernizationElectrical Schematics InterpretationComplex Problem AnalysisCost EstimationSystem Integration

Soft Skills

Customer DiscoveryVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

RockwellSiemensPLCHMISCADA

Industry Keywords

Material HandlingIndustrial AutomationVendor CapabilitiesContractor PerformanceLabor Markets

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate installed ASRS systems, customer requirements, technical documentation, and field conditions to identify risks, modernization needs, and opportunities
Develop controls modernization concepts and define hardware, software, interfaces, engineering, commissioning, and implementation requirements
Coordinate with mechanical, software, execution, and external partners to deliver controls solutions
Own controls solution definition, equipment requirements, bill of materials, cost estimate, schedule, assumptions, and exclusions
Provide post-award handoff of the solution, assumptions, and technical requirements to execution teams
Share technical knowledge and guide colleagues on ASRS controls applications, estimating practices, and solution development
Manage multiple opportunities and competing priorities while maintaining schedules, risk assessments, and forecasts
Travel up to 20% to customer and Dematic locations within the United States

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related technical field—or equivalent education and relevant experience in controls and material-handling systems
9+ years of applicable experience in controls engineering, material handling, estimating, commissioning, or related disciplines
Experience designing, modernizing, or commissioning automated material-handling or industrial automation systems
Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, drives, safety controls, industrial communications, network architecture, and system interfaces
Experience using Rockwell, Siemens, or a comparable industrial controls platform
Ability to interpret electrical schematics and PLC programs
Ability to analyze complex or less clearly defined controls issues and translate technical information into clear solution requirements
Strong customer discovery, verbal and written communication, and presentation skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and related business tools
Knowledge of vendor capabilities, contractor performance, labor markets, and pricing trends
Demonstrated commitment to staying current with evolving controls technologies, ASRS applications, and material-handling industry practices
Controls estimating experience is preferred
Direct experience with ASRS controls is strongly preferred
Experience integrating WCS, WES, host systems, MES, or ERP systems is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career Development
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Pay Transparency
Global Opportunities