Control System Lead

JLL - Golden Valley, MN

Full-time

Golden Valley, MN

Real Estate

About the position

As a Control Systems Lead, you will oversee service technicians in maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Material Handling (MHE) control systems equipment to ensure optimal operational performance. This role involves designing solutions for complex problems, managing projects, and providing training and mentorship to service and contract technicians.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot and modify software programs for material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, Allen Bradley Controllogix and Compactlogix PLC platform utilizing RSLogix 5000 software package.
• Act as first level escalation support for the control system technician teams.
• Escalate downtime situations to vendors or headquarters for support to restore equipment operation.
• Apply subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic control systems to maximize building utilization of systems.
• Monitor MHE metrics and partner with Controls Technicians and Mechanics to resolve equipment electrical problems that create performance deficiencies.
• Partner with Facility Operations leadership, equipment vendors, and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations.
• Act as the technical consultant for capital projects inside the building.
• Communicate technical issues and project timelines with building leadership, operations, and the maintenance team.
• Develop training plans for Control Systems Technicians.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts/areas, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
• 1 year of experience working with computers and Microsoft Office (Including Outlook, Word, Excel).

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience with Motor Controls (motor starts, variable frequency drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components).
• 5+ years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs.
• 3+ years with SCADA systems and KPI's.
• 3+ years of experience supporting a wide range of conveyors and sortation systems.
• Leadership and project management experience.
• Experience with ASRS systems and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• 1+ year of experience working with Allen Bradley.
• 1+ years maintaining and troubleshooting robotics systems.