Control Systems Commissioning Engineer I

WHO WE ARE

At KNAPP (pronounced K-NAP, not Nap!), we “Make Complexity Simple” by offering intelligent solutions for digitizing and automating everything from production and distribution to the last mile and stores. We are the customer’s value tech chain partner, which means partnering with the customer to create the most value within each link in their supply chain. Leveraging the latest software, AI and Robotics technology, we continue to disrupt the logistics automation industry for the world’s industry leaders in grocery, healthcare, retail, e-commerce, apparel & manufacturing.

We are a global company with our US headquarters located just North of Atlanta in Kennesaw, GA. KNAPP specializes in automated solutions for both WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and WCS (Warehouse Control Systems) for B2B (Business to Business) and B2C (Business to Consumer) customers. We are a growing company of over 7,200 employees worldwide and in over 50 countries that is privately held, with 7% of our revenue reinvested in R&D, ensuring a strong and vibrant future! Join us and see how you can help change the world! For more information, visit www.knapp.com.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

Office:

• Independently prepare projects 
• Create, maintain, and improve commissioning documentation 
• Prepare and execute factory tests 
• Provide support to the customers and other commissioners 

 On-site:

• Test and verify functionality of electrical control cabinets
• Monitor compliance with safety guidelines and regulations 
• Verify and accept pre-assembled subsystems
• Manage daily work processes 
• Install, configure, and commission various subsystems on-site
• Provide electrical support and installation as needed on-site
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues
• Train Customer and maintenance teams
• Correct electrical schematics of the installation based on the final installation on-site
• Support development of new products, when applicable
• Support hotline on-site 
• Provide remote hotline support to existing customers
• Ensure that safety requirements are followed properly at the jobsite
• Coordinate daily job duties at the jobsite with all involved parties, the Customer and internal departments 
• Recognize feedback given/received and potential for improvement 

WHAT YOU HAVE

• Good general computer skills 
• Basic Linux skills 
• Basic Python, Java, C++ 
• Basic networking concept 
• Strong mechanical concept 
• Strong electrical concept   

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Overtime as required by work

• Travel is required as follows:
  • 60 - 80% travel if traveling to the customer site or 20% travel or less if relocating or local to the customer site
  • Mandatory training at our training facility in Kennesaw, Georgia is required during your first 4-6 months of employment 

• Authorization to work in the U. S. 
• Passport or ability to obtain a passport
• Professional office etiquette is required at all times
• Physical requirement may include sitting, stooping, climbing, handling tools, bending, visual acuity, finger dexterity, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds

WHAT YOU WILL GET

• Ability to work from home 2 days a week and Half-day Fridays when in office!
• New, state-of-the-art, office complex, showroom, and automation test center in Kennesaw, GA
• Industry competitive compensation
• Great benefits with competitive employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
• 401k with employer match and no vesting!
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Subsidized child-care
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Subsidized food delivery
• Monthly team building and celebrations
• Quarterly employee events
• Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability, and volunteering

KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law. 

Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required.  All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”