Senior Automation Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Automation Engineer (SAE) manages the Automation Engineering team at a fulfillment center, coordinating maintenance of control systems, scheduling team tasks and projects, and designing more efficient ways to operate systems. The SAE supports the facility’s operational efficiency and serves as a technical resource to facility and maintenance leaders. The role focuses on equipment reliability and performance across conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply systems, and SCADA devices and programs. The SAE also serves as the first level of escalation for Automation Engineers, including troubleshooting and repairs during and after business hours, locally and remotely. Travel up to 10% is required. C&W Services describes its environment as clean and cutting-edge, with a safety-first culture and opportunities for training, development, and advancement. The company states that it is committed to inclusion and respect. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs that generally include health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work. Compensation for this position is $124,036.03–$145,924.74 and may vary based on factors including location, experience, qualifications, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or at least 5 years of equivalent professional or military experience.
- Experience with electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment.
- Proficiency in programming software such as RSLogix5000 Studio and FT View.
- Knowledge of robotics work cells and their control systems.
- Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and designing HMI and control network components.
- Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying motor controls, including motor starters, VFDs, DC drives, and standard electrical components.
- Hands-on troubleshooting experience with industrial electrical systems, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC.
- Knowledge of Warehouse Management System software concepts and messaging protocols.
- Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Experience with SCADA systems and KPIs.
- Proven leadership skills in a technical role and ability to interact with all levels of management.
- Strong reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience training and developing others.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in systems controls design, programming, and integration.
- Field service engineering experience.
- Experience supporting a wide range of conveyors and sortation systems.
- Proven history of remote technical phone support.
- Experience with advanced automation controls systems, industrial robotics, and ASRS systems.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with and mentor Automation Engineers to accomplish the facility’s operational plan goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Safety, and other departments on material handling equipment (MHE) system optimization and project implementation.
- Understand, maintain, and troubleshoot material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, industrial networks, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Monitor MHE metrics and work with maintenance and operations teams to address performance issues, providing analysis across facilities.
- Act as the first level of escalation support for Automation Engineers during and after business hours; troubleshoot locally and remotely, and repair hardware or controls software systems within the building.
- Escalate downtime situations to network support teams, experts, and vendors as appropriate to restore equipment operation.
- Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes, and implement process improvements or retraining to prevent future incidents.
- Apply subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic systems to maximize building utilization of systems.
- Perform and analyze material handling system performance using analytics.
- Partner with facility Operations leadership, equipment vendors, and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations, and act as technical consultant for building capital projects.
- Communicate technical issues and project timelines to building leadership, operations, and the maintenance team, explaining operational impact.
- Assist with skill assessments for technical positions within site maintenance teams.
- Participate in Automation Engineering conference calls and coordinate with the central team to complete required tasks.
- Travel up to 10%.
Benefits
- Weekly pay.
- Comprehensive benefits starting on the first day.
- Training, development, and advancement opportunities.
- Health insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Health savings accounts.
- Retirement savings plans.
- Life insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Competitive pay.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
