Engineering Supervisor

FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.

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JOB SUMMARY:   

 
A Controls Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for members of the engineering team implementing automation controls for conveyor and sortation systems. This position is focused on directing the team and providing support and guidance in completing site-based controls projects. You will provide oversight to ensure deliverables are completed within established deadlines.  

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   

• Supervise and develop a team of engineers, overseeing quality and timeliness of assigned work activities. 

• Supervise a team of controls engineers, including recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedure 

• Coordinate and balance workload using both internal and external resources to complete scheduled engineering activities as required. 

• Analyze, recommend, and/or develop new concepts, standards, and technology for higher quality and cost effectiveness.  

• Work with FORTNA employees, customer representatives and third-party vendors to ensure all aspects of a project are considered during both the design and commissioning phases 

• Review electrical designs and provide feedback on design decisions  

• Mentor and help train newer engineers. 

 
QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering  

• 4-8 years of experience within an industrial controls environment 

• Equivalent work experience will also be considered as a substitute for education. 

• Experience using CAD software for drawings and schematics. (Autocad) 

• Experience in a material handling or automation industry  

• Experience with Microsoft 365 - Office Apps. 

SKILLS/ABILITIES:  

• Understanding