Job Title Controls Engineer III 

Work Location: Tampa, FL

Work Model: Hybrid

Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.

Our digital solutions team is more than a traditional IT organization. We are a team of passionate, collaborative, agile, inventive, customer-centric, results-oriented problem solvers. We are intellectually curious, love advancements in technology and seek to adapt technologies to drive Staples forward. We anticipate the needs of our customers and business partners and deliver reliable, customer-centric technology services.

What you’ll be doing:

The Controls Engineer III plays a pivotal role in supply chain electrical and automation engineering. This role will implement activities affecting significant components and processes within the unit, team, and projects. Using seasoned expertise, this role contributes to enhancing our business strategy, provides innovative solutions, and consistently demonstrates initiative.

• Oversee the design, development, and optimization of electrical control systems. 
• Implement complex electrical and automation projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives. 
• Troubleshoot and rectify electrical and automation system anomalies.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes. 
• Stay updated with the latest industry practices, ensuring that the company's systems are at the forefront of technological advancements. 
• Ensure adherence to safety and compliance regulations in all electrical and automation undertakings. 
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, design drawings, and procedures. 
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members.

What you bring to the table:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-solving aptitude.
• A proactive and innovative mindset. 
• Adaptability and resilience in a changing environment. 
• Team collaboration skills.

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree – in BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or related field; or equivalent experience
• 5-7 years of progressively complex related experience in electrical and automation engineering.
• Proficiency in electrical design tools and software.

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 
• Experience in supply chain automation. 
• Certifications related to electrical controls and automation systems.

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups 
• Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays) 
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more! 

At Staples, “inclusion” is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. This is why we work hard to foster an inclusive culture, as we seek employees with unique and varied perspectives and areas of expertise. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers’ expectations -- through the power of the people behind our iconic brand.

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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