Vanderlande
Overview
Job Title:
R&D Controls Engineer The R&D Controls Engineer is part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for developing and refining products and processes for use in the automated logistics industry. The role is largely focused on programming, with involvement in electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical design. Vanderlande is a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors. Our portfolio includes integrated solutions, innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services that enable fast, reliable, and efficient automation technology. Vanderlande offers competitive salary, generous benefits, flexible working hours and the ability to work from home (when possible), modern workspaces, amenities such as an employee gym, and a strong focus on people and culture.
Responsibilities
Supporting the controls architecture development and programming required for new products
Researching and testing machine controls technologies to support Vanderlande products
Defining design and application rules (e.g., maximum number of nodes on a fieldbus network, PLC loading)
Creating and maintaining code libraries for standard equipment
Managing planned obsolescence of controls components related to standard equipment
Delivering quality by creating test plans, performing risk analyses, and properly testing code
Basic Qualifications / Areas of Knowledge
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science
3 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC Platform (Siemens is a plus)
PLC languages: Ladder Logic & Structured Text (STL & FBD are a plus)
Industrial Fieldbus (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, ControlNet, DeviceNet, ASi, Modbus)
Simulation/Emulation of equipment
Electrical design and industrial machinery
SCADA/HMI
Preferred Qualifications / Areas of Knowledge
Familiarity with Parcel Logistics
Motor control theory
Source/version control
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
Distributed I/O
Computer networking (TCP/IP)
Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) integration
Programming (e.g., Python, C#, Java, HTML)
Predictive maintenance
Condition-based monitoring
Embedded software
IIoT v4 (Industrial Internet of Things)
Machine safety (ISO 13849)
Work Environment & Physical Requirements Office-based role located in Marietta, GA. May require occasional visits to warehouse or industrial environments. May be expected to perform hands-on assembly or troubleshooting of equipment, requiring use of hand/power tools and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work Full-Time. Standard business hours with flexibility as needed for global collaboration.
Travel Occasional travel may be required for stakeholder meetings, site visits, or global team collaboration, up to 10%, domestic and international.
Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Job Title:
R&D Controls Engineer The R&D Controls Engineer is part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for developing and refining products and processes for use in the automated logistics industry. The role is largely focused on programming, with involvement in electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical design. Vanderlande is a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors. Our portfolio includes integrated solutions, innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services that enable fast, reliable, and efficient automation technology. Vanderlande offers competitive salary, generous benefits, flexible working hours and the ability to work from home (when possible), modern workspaces, amenities such as an employee gym, and a strong focus on people and culture.
Responsibilities
Supporting the controls architecture development and programming required for new products
Researching and testing machine controls technologies to support Vanderlande products
Defining design and application rules (e.g., maximum number of nodes on a fieldbus network, PLC loading)
Creating and maintaining code libraries for standard equipment
Managing planned obsolescence of controls components related to standard equipment
Delivering quality by creating test plans, performing risk analyses, and properly testing code
Basic Qualifications / Areas of Knowledge
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science
3 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC Platform (Siemens is a plus)
PLC languages: Ladder Logic & Structured Text (STL & FBD are a plus)
Industrial Fieldbus (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, ControlNet, DeviceNet, ASi, Modbus)
Simulation/Emulation of equipment
Electrical design and industrial machinery
SCADA/HMI
Preferred Qualifications / Areas of Knowledge
Familiarity with Parcel Logistics
Motor control theory
Source/version control
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
Distributed I/O
Computer networking (TCP/IP)
Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) integration
Programming (e.g., Python, C#, Java, HTML)
Predictive maintenance
Condition-based monitoring
Embedded software
IIoT v4 (Industrial Internet of Things)
Machine safety (ISO 13849)
Work Environment & Physical Requirements Office-based role located in Marietta, GA. May require occasional visits to warehouse or industrial environments. May be expected to perform hands-on assembly or troubleshooting of equipment, requiring use of hand/power tools and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work Full-Time. Standard business hours with flexibility as needed for global collaboration.
Travel Occasional travel may be required for stakeholder meetings, site visits, or global team collaboration, up to 10%, domestic and international.
Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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