Cushman & Wakefield-posted 3 months ago
$99,234 - $116,746/Yr
Mid Level
Joliet, IL
Real Estate

At C&W Services, we live by the belief that “Better Never Settles.” We're dedicated to creating a positive impact globally and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team. 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.

  • 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 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 Rockwell's 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
  • 3+ years of cumulative work experience in programming/commissioning of HMIs, PLCs, and VFDs
  • Experience with SCADA systems and KPIs
  • Ability to interpret and modify mechanical and electrical drawings
  • Experience supporting a range of different conveyors and sortation systems
  • Knowledge of equipment control components such as relays, motor starters, VFDs, HMIs, etc.
  • High school or equivalent diploma
  • Positive attitude and ability to effectively problem-solve
  • Associate's degree with a focus in Electronic Technology (or similar)
  • Bachelor's 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
  • Weekly pay
  • Comprehensive benefits starting on your first day
  • Training, development, and advancement opportunities
  • A clean and cutting-edge facility
  • A safety-first culture
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings accounts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life and disability insurance programs
  • Paid and unpaid time away from work
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