Senior Automation Engineer
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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 cuttingedge facility
- A safetyfirst culture
About the role:
As a Senior Automation Engineer (SAE) you will manage the Automation Engineering (AE) team at your facility. This includes coordinating the maintenance of the control systems scheduling tasks and projects with your team and designing more efficient methods to operate the systems. SAEs are a primary resource for the overall operational efficiency of the facility and other leaders within the buildings maintenance team. We are seeking a proactive automation controls and technical support engineer for fulfillment center operations focusing on maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such as conveyors sortation systems scanners cameras printandapply systems and SCADA devices and programs.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Coordinating with and mentoring Automation Engineers to accomplish the goals and objectives of your facilitys operational plan
- Collaborating closely with Operations Engineering Safety and other departments to support MHE systems optimization and project implementation
- Understanding maintaining and troubleshooting material handling control systems including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet ControlNet DeviceNet Profibus motor control systems servo drives frequency drives and electrical distribution systems
- Monitoring MHE metrics partnering with maintenance/operations to address system performance issues and providing analysis across all facilities
- Acting as the first level of escalation support for the Automation Engineers during and after business hours troubleshooting locally and remotely and repairing all hardware or controls software systems within the building
- Appropriately escalating downtime situations to other network support teams experts and/or vendors to restore equipment operation
- Facilitating Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes and implementing process improvements or retraining to avoid future incidents
- Applying subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic systems to maximize building utilization of systems
- Performing utilizing and providing analysis and analytics to assess material handling system performance
- 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 and explaining operational impact
- Assisting with skill assessments for the technical positions within the site maintenance teams.
- Participating in AE conference calls and coordinating with the AE central team to complete all required tasks
- Traveling up to 10%
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Engineering Technology or a related field or 5 years of equivalent professional or military experience
- Experience with electrical theory robotics controls components and automated equipment
- Proficiency in programming software (e.g. RSLogix5000 Studio FT View etc.)
- 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
- Handson troubleshooting experience with industrial electrical systems including 480V 3phase 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 with the ability to interact with all levels of management
- Strong reasoning analytical and problemsolving abilities
- Experience in training and developing others
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficiency in systems controls design programming and integration
- Field service engineering experience
- Experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems
- Proven history of remote technical phone support
- Experience with advanced automation controls systems industrial robotics and ASRS systems
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!
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 or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
INCO: C&W ServicesRequired Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
