On-Site Controls Support Engineer

Job Summary

The Controls Support Engineer primary responsibility is to provide customer support to all existing Toyota Automated Logistics customers.  Our Customer Support provides 24/7 for support calls (during support rotation), conducting phone troubleshooting, remote dial in support/troubleshooting, support escalation process, and as necessary on-site support.  Collateral duties include controls systems electrical design utilizing AutoCAD Electrical, PLC/PC programming, Human-Machine Interface (HMI) programming, customer training, debug support on site, ensuring proper project close out process is followed, helping with ordering spare/replacement parts, preparing and following up on Annual Support Contracts, and proactive customer checkups/visits.  The individual will work directly with the Controls Support Manager to ensure all customer needs are met in a timely manner as well as to the customer’s complete satisfaction.  The individual will work develop the customer support program to include post acceptance support and after-hours support.  The individual will work with other Systems and Controls personnel to coordinate and assist in project close out. 

Job Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Be the first point of contact for all Toyota Automated Logistics support calls and tickets.  Build up the support program to develop standard practices and procedures for support calls, orders, warranty, etc.
• Customer service, satisfaction, and goodwill during implementation and during support (as measured by our customers: repeat business and reputation).
• Communicate with other Toyota Automated Logistics team members effectively. Keep your manager advised of schedule. Check and use voice mail / e-mail diligently. Maintain the team relationship.
• Willingness to step up and assist other positions within Toyota Automated Logistics.
• Communicate strategic information regarding suppliers and customers.
• Become expert on equipment, suppliers, and applications.
• Work with managers to develop processes to help support our team’s growth.
• Be part of the rotating 24/7 on-call Support Program (approx. once every 2 months). 
• Working with 3rd party vendors to quote additional support (onsite visits).
• Timely completion of all reports and logs to include time and expenses reports.
• Deliver small Support projects under budgeted time/hours and hardware cost.
• Any and all job duties as assigned.
• This position will be at a client site located in Burton, MI

Requirements Skills & Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or technical discipline
• PLC/VLC programming experience
• HMI programming experience
• Panel design preferred
• Hands-on mechanical capabilities
• Extremely computer literate with MS Office products
• AutoCAD experience preferred
• Material Handling or Automation experience preferred
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Able to be onsite in Burton, MI 
• Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
• Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.

About Toyota Automated Logistics:

Toyota Automated Logistics is your global partner for integrated warehouse automation. Our team combines the talents of Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande’s warehousing business and viastore under one brand to deliver scalable systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.

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
• Paid Volunteer time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
• Company Meetings & Events

Toyota Automated Logistics does not work with outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please.