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Controls Engineer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling
Berea, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/27/2026
Job Title

Controls Engineer

Job Category

Engineering

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an energetic and innovative entry-level Controls Engineer based at Berea, Kentucky manufacturing facility.

This position plays an important role in developing lift trucks and implementing robotic technology into current products by creating, modifying, and implementing solutions across multiple platforms. As a global team-member you will interact with all aspects of the organization; including manufacturing, procurement, and test, to ensure that we deliver quality trucks.

What You Will Do

  • Design and develop control systems for powered industrial vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  • Validate control systems through rigorous testing—software-in-loop (SIL), hardware-in-loop (HIL), and in-vehicle methods—to ensure functionality and safety.
  • Investigate and resolve technical issues by conducting root-cause analysis to drive continuous improvement.
  • Create and maintain documentation for design, evaluation, and compliance to support marketing, manufacturing, and service teams.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support efficient, cost-effective product development and production processes.

Who You Are

  • Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to tackling challenges.
  • Effective communicator, able to convey technical concepts clearly across diverse teams.
  • Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments and values input from others.
  • Adaptable and open to learning new technologies or methods in a fast-paced industry.
  • Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.

What You Will Need

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Software, Computer, or Electrical Engineering
  • Experience: Recent graduate or possessing limited professional experience

Skills, Experience & Abilities

  • Solid grasp of control system design, architecture, and theory, including electronic hardware, embedded software, and real-time control networks for automotive and industrial applications.
  • Experience with model-based development using Simulink, as well as software creation for controlling physical devices.
  • Basic proficiency in C and C programming, with exposure to development tools like Git and Azure DevOps and familiarity with Agile software practices.
  • Understanding of embedded software and operating system concepts, plus knowledge of industry communication protocols such as J1939 and CAN.
  • Relevant experience in material handling, automotive, or related industries, and ability to operate forklift trucks (training provided if needed).
  • Basic skills in drafting, CAD, design layouts, engineering analysis, and vehicle technology.

Who We Are

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

What We Offer

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

1-10%

Primary Location

HY US Berea, KY

Address

2200 Menelaus Pike

Zip Code

40403

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

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