Controls Engineer

Controls/Automation Engineer 

Wayfair is a leader in e-commerce selling furniture and home goods mostly online.  We are seeking a motivated and talented Junior Controls Engineer to join our team.  This position will  drive change and implement complex solutions that impact an entire fulfillment network.

We are seeking a very driven individual for Wayfair’s Controls/Software Engineering Team in the areas of Ignition,PLC/WCS software, and AMR design.  The Junior Controls Engineer will assist in design, development, and implementation of control systems for various projects.  Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in electrical engineering and automation, with a keen interest in controls systems and process optimization. A willingness to travel and tackle the unknown is highly desirable. 

This is a unique opportunity to build out Wayfair standards and work with multiple cross functional teams to have a standard (hardware and software) process within our automation platform and supply chain and logistics teams.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in designing, programming, and testing control systems, including PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Support the development and implementation of control system software and hardware.
• Conduct troubleshooting and maintenance of control systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, project managers, and production staff, to ensure seamless integration of control systems.
• Participate in the commissioning and start-up of new control systems.
• Assist in preparing technical documentation, including manuals, reports, and project specifications.
• Provide support for the development and implementation of safety and quality control measures.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in control systems technology
• Read and Update Electrical Schematics
• Create diagrams for a machine or process
• Ability and willingness to travel 30% with some International travel

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of control systems, including Electrical Schematics,  PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA(ex:Ignition)
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Ladder Logic, Structured Text, or other control programming language (AB and Siemens)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies
• Previous internship or project experience in control systems is a plus
• Experience 2+ years in field engineering/application material handling field 
• Knowledge of power of control hardware and mechanical design 
• Capability to troubleshoot hardware systems, components, devices, etc.
• Strong written, visual, and verbal communication skills. Effectively communicating with business partners 
• CEMA Standards, NFPA79, ISO 13849 familiarity