Jll

Real Estate

SeniorAutomationEngineer

$156–172k Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Senior Automation Engineer at Jll. Skills: Automation control systems, PLC programming, Robotics, Troubleshooting. Design automation control systems. Develop automation control systems”

What You'll Achieve.

maximizing the reliability and performance of conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply systems, and SCADA devices; meet client objectives and safety/technical requirements; optimize material handling systems; drive continuous improvement projects

Industry & Context.

Real Estate
Problems you'll solve

issue diagnosis in production environments; troubleshooting; root cause analysis

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

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

Nice to Have

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

What You'll Do.

Design automation control systems

Develop automation control systems

Implement automation control systems

Maximize reliability and performance

Serve as site technical expert

Lead automation engineering program

Mentor engineers and apprentices

Design control systems

Develop control systems

Implement control systems

Optimize control systems

Maintain automation equipment

Troubleshoot automation equipment

Govern automation documentation

Manage change processes

Collaborate with operations

Optimize material handling systems

Provide advanced troubleshooting

Provide escalation support

Perform remote assistance

Perform root cause analysis

Monitor system performance

Drive continuous improvement projects

Communicate technical issues

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with operations, engineering, and support teams; Coordinate maintenance with multiple stakeholders; Work with product team

Communication Scope

communication skills; policy interpretation; communicate technical issues, timelines, and workarounds to stakeholders

Process & Methodology

Delegate work, Deliver projects

Full Job Description

**JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way**. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. # Sr. Automation Engineer - JLL **What this job involves:** We are seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse distribution equipment. This role requires expertise in engineering principles, programming, and control system technologies, with a focus on maximizing the reliability and performance of conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply systems, and SCADA devices. The Senior Automation Engineer will ensure all work aligns with company policies and procedures, with safety as the highest priority. **What your day-to-day will look like:** * Serve as 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/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

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