Job Summary
The Controls Design Engineer is an individual contributor position within the Bastian Controls group. This position is responsible for tasks relating to the Controls schematic design, hardware specifications, and implementation of shared services that support other Controls engineering teams. The Controls Design Engineer collaborates closely with their team leader and peers, ensuring all design deliverables meet or exceed project expectations. This role serves a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, supply chain logistics, and engineering.
Job Functions
- Develops precise CAD drawings under the direction of Controls Hardware Lead and Controls Project Team members
- Create and maintain electrical schematics using EPLAN Electric
- Review control panel designs to identify and correct quality issues.
- Participates actively and on time in scheduled meetings, including Controls staff meetings
- Strives to deliver designs within budgeted time and resources
- Communicate with Electrical Installation, Project teams, and Panel shop for design changes through project lifecycle.
- Provides cross-functional support to project teams, contributing beyond the scope of Controls when needed
- Builds and strengthens relationships with key suppliers, optimizing product and service partnerships
- Develops innovative Controls techniques, products, or services, maintaining a competitive edge in the industry
- Fosters a collaborative team environment, actively contributing to office culture and success
- Completes administrative tasks promptly, including timesheets and expense reports
- Represents Bastian professionally, promoting the company in relevant forums
- Cultivates long-term customer relationships, driving repeat business and trust
- Adapts to evolving responsibilities, taking on additional duties as needed
Travel requirements – up to 20%
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology
- 2+ years of work experience or 4+ years of CAD design experience with EPLAN Electrical (required)
- Proficiency in interpreting electrical schematics and safety ratings
- Proficiency in calculating and specifying required protective devices, including fuse and circuit breaker sizing, within schematic designs
- Proficiency in technical drawing skills, especially in the EPLAN Electrical
- Proficiency in electrical design
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Material handling experience
- Strong team collaboration skills
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines effectively
- Highly motivated and results-driven
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- AutoCAD Electrical experience is a plus
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About Bastian Solutions
Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Automated Logistics company, is an independent material handling and robotics system integrator providing automated solutions for distribution, manufacturing, and order fulfillment centers around the world. Our team specializes in consulting, system design, project management, maintenance, and installation, while sourcing the best equipment and automation technology. We take great pride in providing exceptional service and flexibility to our customers.
In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
- Vacation/Holiday Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Volunteer Work
- Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
- Company Meetings & Events
Bastian Solutions does not work with outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please.
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What We Do
Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Automated Logistics company, is a trusted supply chain integration partner committed to providing their clients a competitive advantage by designing and delivering world-class distribution and production solutions.
The expertise Bastian Solutions delivers includes exceptional results through a proven process of analytical consulting, engineering and design, simulation, project management, and installation services, while sourcing the best material handling equipment and automation technologies available.
With innovation at the forefront, the company also develops Exacta supply chain software, conveyor and sortation systems, custom automated material-handling equipment, robotics, autonomous vehicles and robotic shuttles, and state-of-the art industrial controls.
Bastian Solutions serves domestic and global markets, covering the United States, Canada, India, the Middle East, Mexico and South America.






