Key skills
Automation engineeringRobotics engineeringPLC ProgrammingAllen-BradleyProject managementTroubleshooting skillsMentoringCommunication skillsCross-functional collaborationProject ManagementCommunication
About this role
Staples is a business to business company focused on supply chain innovation. As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will drive innovation and efficiency within fulfillment centers by designing and implementing automation and robotic solutions, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance warehouse performance and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities:
- Study the current state of our fulfillment centers to identify inefficient processes and areas for improvement
- Develop, analyze, and design detailed solutions that increase efficiency and performance within the warehouse environment
- Manage projects from conception through implementation, leading automation and robotics initiatives both independently and as part of a team
- Mentor junior associates in the development process, supporting their growth and the success of the team
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues in live production and testing environments, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance
- Develop and execute test plans for robotic and automation software, and assist in test and production deployments
- Work closely with cross-functional teams such as engineering, SDS, and project management
- Provide on-site commissioning support and interact with external customers and vendors as needed
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in a related engineering or data science discipline, or equivalent work experience
- 4+ years of automation or robotics engineering experience
- 4 + years in PLC Programming
- 4+ years Experience in Allenbradley, Codesys Platforms
- Proven ability to analyze, design, develop, test, debug, and implement automation and robotic solutions
- Strong troubleshooting skills and familiarity with logistics, warehouse management, and cross-functional project work
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with diverse teams to achieve common goals
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex processes and resolve production issues efficiently
- Advanced knowledge of automation and robotic systems within a supply chain or warehouse environment
- Proven ability to manage projects from start to finish and mentor team members
- Experience working with cross-functional teams and external partners