Product Development Engineer - Industrial Controls

Salary: £38,000-£50,000
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Location: Coventry - CV2 2TA

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? At DHL, we are at the forefront of innovation in the logistics industry, and we are seeking a talented and motivated Product Development Engineer to play a crucial role in our mission. In this position, you will design, build, install, and maintain bespoke and market-sourced robotic solutions that enhance our global supply chain operations. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement advanced robotic systems that improve efficiency and drive operational excellence. If you are passionate about engineering and robotics and want to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Collaborate with software, robotics and mechanical teams to plan system functionality.
• Plan the controls architecture and cabinet layouts for each system.
• Create electrical drawings and wire your designs.
• Train and supervise engineering technicians in assembling panels and wiring machines to your specifications.
• Provide engineering support to the service team, offering advice and remedial actions following investigations of product failures.
• Oversee and manage the development of electrical controls systems, PLC controls and electrical integration within automated systems and robot cells.
• Find innovative solutions to complex problems, particularly from an electrical perspective.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent would be beneficial but not essential for this role
• Electrical Installation Experience, including panel building, system wiring and on-site experience.
• Attention to detail and the ability to develop quality checking processes.
• Proven industrial experience in PLC integration, configuration and some programming
• Experience with Beckhoff PLC programming would be a great bonus!
• Strong skills in fault finding and debugging.
• Stakeholder management experience.

WHY JOIN US?

• Private Medical Insurance
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
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WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

DHL are not offering sponsorship for this role, therefore, applicants must be able to evidence an existing and continuing right to work in the UK