Job Title
Controls EngineerJob Category
EngineeringJob Description
What starts with YOU, moves the world!
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an energetic and innovative entry-level Controls Engineer based at Berea, Kentucky manufacturing facility.
This position plays an important role in developing lift trucks and implementing robotic technology into current products by creating, modifying, and implementing solutions across multiple platforms. As a global team-member you will interact with all aspects of the organization; including manufacturing, procurement, and test, to ensure that we deliver quality trucks.
What you will do:
- Design and develop control systems for powered industrial vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Validate control systems through rigorous testing—software-in-loop (SIL), hardware-in-loop (HIL), and in-vehicle methods—to ensure functionality and safety.
- Investigate and resolve technical issues by conducting root-cause analysis to drive continuous improvement.
- Create and maintain documentation for design, evaluation, and compliance to support marketing, manufacturing, and service teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support efficient, cost-effective product development and production processes.
Who you are:
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to tackling challenges.
- Effective communicator, able to convey technical concepts clearly across diverse teams.
- Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments and values input from others.
- Adaptable and open to learning new technologies or methods in a fast-paced industry.
- Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.
What you will need:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Software, Computer, or Electrical Engineering
- Experience: Recent graduate or possessing limited professional experience
Skills, Experience & Abilities
- Solid grasp of control system design, architecture, and theory, including electronic hardware, embedded software, and real-time control networks for automotive and industrial applications.
- Experience with model-based development using Simulink, as well as software creation for controlling physical devices.
- Basic proficiency in C and C++ programming, with exposure to development tools like Git and Azure DevOps and familiarity with Agile software practices.
- Understanding of embedded software and operating system concepts, plus knowledge of industry communication protocols such as J1939 and CAN.
- Relevant experience in material handling, automotive, or related industries, and ability to operate forklift trucks (training provided if needed).
- Basic skills in drafting, CAD, design layouts, engineering analysis, and vehicle technology.
Who we are:
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.
What we offer:
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).
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Job Type
PermanentTime Type
Full timeWork Hours
Travel Required
1-10%Primary Location
HY US Berea, KYAddress
2200 Menelaus PikeZip Code
40403Field-Based
NoRelocation Assistance Available
NoWe are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/DisabledSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Software, Computer, or Electrical Engineering
- Basic proficiency in C and C++ programming
- Understanding of control system design and theory
- Experience with model-based development using Simulink
- Familiarity with Agile software practices
Hyster Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hyster and has not been reviewed or approved by Hyster.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus onsite clinics at some locations, indicate strong healthcare provision. Wellness, counseling, and total health programs are also emphasized.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company contributions and profit sharing supports long‑term savings. Retirement elements are part of the standard U.S. package for corporate and plant roles.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Base pay is often competitive for local manufacturing roles, with overtime opportunities boosting total earnings in production. Company materials highlight equitable compensation principles and periodic program reviews.
Hyster Insights
What We Do
Hyster® is a leader in materials handling, providing versatile and dependable lift truck solutions for robotics, telematics, electrification, parts, fleet management and forklift operator training that are specific for your industrial application. We manufacture a full line of electric, diesel and LPG forklifts – from warehouse models to high capacity and heavy duty container handlers – that are engineered to move products efficiently and elevate the productivity of your operation
