Automation Engineer

Overview

Automation Engineer (AE) at Cushman & Wakefield (C&W Services). 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.

Why C&W Services?

We are a global company with over 400 offices in 60 countries. We are proud of our diverse family of employees and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 technical expertise to troubleshoot and modify software projects for material handling control systems, including PLC / PC controllers, Allen Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLC platforms using Rockwell software, and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, AS-I; motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
• Serving as the first level of escalation support for equipment automation issues and escalating downtime situations to vendors and / or network support teams to restore 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 electrical problems that affect performance; performing control systems assessments to maintain and improve equipment reliability
• Coordinating 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 ensuring understanding of system impacts across teams

Basic Qualifications

Programming / commissioning of HMIs, PLCs, and VFDs

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

What's Next?

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

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 candidate's experience and qualifications.

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, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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