Automation & Controls Engineer Crane Systems

Control System Engineering

• Design electrical control systems for overhead cranes and material handling equipment.


• Develop and modify PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and control logic for crane motion applications.


• Create and review electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.


• Select and integrate components including variable frequency drives (VFDs), relays, sensors, and safety devices.


• Ensure control system designs comply with CMAA, NFPA 70 (NEC), and ASME B30 standards.

Installation & Commissioning

• Support or lead equipment installation, startup, and commissioning activities.


• Configure PLCs, VFDs, and industrial communication networks.


• Perform system testing, validation, and operational performance checks.


• Optimize system performance during commissioning and after implementation.

Technical Support & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical and automation issues affecting crane systems.


• Provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel and field service teams.


• Support modernization projects, retrofits, and control system upgrades.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with project managers, mechanical engineers, electricians, and technicians throughout project execution.


• Share technical knowledge and provide guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.


• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.


• Minimum of 5 years of controls engineering experience, preferably supporting overhead cranes, lifting equipment, or other heavy industrial systems.


• Hands-on experience with:
  
  
  
  • PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
  
  
  • HMI and SCADA systems
  
  
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  
  
  • Motor control systems
  
  
  
  


• Ability to develop and interpret electrical schematics and control system documentation.


• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, or similar networks.


• Strong understanding of crane motion control, including hoist, trolley, and bridge functions.


• Working knowledge of CMAA, NFPA 70 (NEC), and ASME B30 requirements.

• Experience with automated crane technologies, including anti-sway controls or load monitoring systems.


• Background in industrial system integration and equipment commissioning.


• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.


• Comfortable working in industrial facilities and at elevated heights when required.


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Full-time onsite position in a manufacturing or industrial setting.


• Occasional travel to customer locations or project sites may be required.


• Work may include exposure to production equipment, electrical systems, and elevated work areas while following established safety procedures.