Senior Automation Engineer

JLL•Gouldsboro, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, implement, and optimize automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse distribution equipment. The role focuses on maximizing the reliability and performance of conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply systems, and SCADA devices. The Senior Automation Engineer serves as the site's technical expert and leads its automation engineering program, ensuring work follows company policies and procedures, with safety as the highest priority. The position involves leading and mentoring Automation Engineers and Apprentices; maintaining and troubleshooting automation equipment, PLC/PC controllers, and industrial networks; governing site documentation and change management; collaborating with operations, engineering, and support teams; and providing advanced troubleshooting, remote assistance, root cause analysis, and vendor coordination. The engineer monitors system performance, drives continuous improvement, and communicates technical issues, timelines, and workarounds to stakeholders. This is an on-site position in Gouldsboro, Pennsylvania. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; visa sponsorship is not provided. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, OR 3+ years of equivalent professional experience.
5+ years of PLC-controlled automation experience, including Ladder Logic and structured programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys), and issue diagnosis in production environments.
2+ years of experience with robotics work cells, control systems, electrical theory, controls components, and automated equipment.
Leadership experience directing, training, and mentoring automation engineers.
Proficiency in CMMS use, troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance with multiple stakeholders.
Strong communication skills, policy interpretation, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and build scalable automation solutions.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a relevant field plus 5+ years of professional experience.
5+ years in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and modification, as well as HMI and control networks, SCADA systems, and motor control systems (VFDs, DC drives, starters).
Industrial electrical experience with 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC, and experience reading or modifying mechanical and electrical drawings.
Proficiency in programming tools such as RSLogix5000 Studio, FT View, and other control software; controls design and systems integration experience.
Field service engineering and technical training experience, including conveyors, sortation, ASRS, and industrial robotics.
Proven ability in remote technical support and driving continuous improvement in automated systems.
Experience with advanced automation control systems and programmatic solutions for equipment optimization.

Responsibilities

Serve as the site technical expert in automation control systems and lead the site's automation engineering program.
Set program goals, delegate work, and mentor Automation Engineers and Apprentices to meet client objectives and safety and technical requirements.
Design, develop, implement, and optimize control systems and software.
Maintain and troubleshoot automation equipment, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks.
Govern all automation documentation and change management processes for the site.
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and support teams to optimize material handling systems and deliver projects.
Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support, including remote assistance, root cause analysis, and vendor coordination.
Monitor system performance, drive continuous improvement projects, and communicate technical issues, timelines, and workarounds to stakeholders.