Automation Engineer

Job Title

Automation Engineer

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Our Purpose :

At C&W Services we live by the belief that Better Never Settles. Were dedicated to creating a positive impact globally and were looking for talented individuals to join our team.

C&W Services provides compelling benefits including :

Weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits starting on your first day

Training development and advancement opportunities

A clean and cutting-edge facility

A safety-first culture

About the Role :

As an Automation Engineer (AE) you will support the site maintenance team to ensure operational performance and efficiency of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) control systems. You will partner with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and maintain equipment such as conveyors sortation systems scanners cameras print-and-apply labeling systems scales HMI systems control cabinets and more. The AE provides support to the operations and maintenance teams by implementing solutions for complex problems and tracking related projects. You may lead and / or assist other technicians with their development through continuity of knowledge all while working in a clean climate-controlled modern facility.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Promoting a safe working environment by following all safety procedures

Providing guidance on maintaining material handling control systems industrial motor control systems servo and frequency drives and electrical distribution systems

Using your technical expertise to provide support with troubleshooting and modifying software projects for material handling control systems including PLC / PC controllers Allen Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLC platform utilizing Rockwells software package industrial networks such as Ethernet ControlNet DeviceNet Profibus AS-I motor control systems servo drives frequency drives and electrical distribution systems.

Acting as the first level of escalation support for equipment automation issues and appropriately escalating downtime situations to vendors and / or network support teams to restore equipment operation.

Applying subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic control systems to maximize building utilization of systems

Monitoring MHE metrics and partnering with mechatronics technicians to resolve equipment electrical problems that create performance deficiencies and performing control systems assessments to maintain and improve equipment reliability

Partnering with facility Operations leadership equipment vendors and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations acting as the technical consultant for capital projects inside the building

Communicating technical issues and project timelines with building leadership operations and the maintenance team explaining production impacts and working closely with operations and engineering to ensure a thorough understanding of impact to systems

Basic Qualifications :

3 years of cumulative work experience in the following areas or a relevant 2-year degree plus 1 year of work experience in the following areas :

Programming / commissioning of HMIs PLCs and VFDs

SCADA systems and KPIs

Interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings

Supporting a range of different conveyors and sortation systems

Equipment control components such as relays motor starters VFDs HMIs etc.

High school or equivalent diploma

Positive attitude and ability to effectively problem-solve

Preferred Qualifications :

Associates degree with a focus in Electronic Technology (or similar)

Bachelors degree in a STEM-related field

4 years of experience in the electrical field or in control systems development troubleshooting and programming

4 years of experience supporting advanced automation controls systems maintenance and development

3 years of experience supporting a wide range of conveyors and sortation systems

Leadership and project management experience

Physical Demands :

Ability to reach overhead kneel squat climb steps / ladders use an aerial lift and frequently lift a maximum of 50 lbs. of equipment

Ability to perform tasks while wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include but is not limited to hard hat face mask face shield and composite-toe shoes

Regularly required to crouch or bend and reach to install / move equipment

Movement between departments floors and properties to facilitate work averaging 6 to 12 miles per day

Work in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures

Regularly required to type on a computer for 1-2 hours per day

Why C&W Services

Were a global company with over 400 offices in 60 countries. Were proud of our diverse family of employees and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Were recognized by the Human Rights Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQI individuals and are dedicated to continuing to build a culture of inclusion and respect.

Whats Next

Ready to take the next steps in your career Apply today and be part of a team that is making a difference!

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including health vision and dental insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts retirement savings plans life and disability insurance programs and paid and unpaid time away from addition to a comprehensive benefits package Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire total hours worked job type business line and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement the geographic area in which the work will be performed market pay rates in that area and the candidates experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is : $ 99234.39 - $116746.34

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield please call the ADA line at 1- or email . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO : C&W Services

Key Skills

Continuous Integration,APIs,Automotive software,Test Cases,Electrical Engineering,Junit,Distributed Control Systems,Testng,Java,Test Automation,Programmable Logic Controllers,Selenium

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 99234 - 116746