Automation & Controls Engineer - Material Handling Systems

CBRE, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 106,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401k company matching

Paid time off and holidays

Company paid life insurance

Pet insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

CBRE is seeking an Automation Engineer / Ctrl Systems Engineer in Kentucky to join CBRE Global Workplace Solutions. You will support automated material handling equipment, focusing on reliability and performance of conveyors, sortation, SCADA, and related systems.

You will troubleshoot PLC/PC controllers, coordinate with maintenance teams, and collaborate with site leadership on timelines and project impacts. A strong background in PLCs, robotics, and SCADA is required.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, and SCADA.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and modify software for MHE control systems.
• Support on-site and remote troubleshooting, 24/7 if needed.
• Inspect systems to verify operation per design.
• Coordinate with contractors for installations and maintenance.
• Communicate with stakeholders on timelines and impacts.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics systems

SCADA systems

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Allen Bradley Controllogix/Compactlogix

RSLogix 5000

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE is seeking an Automation Engineer / Ctrl Systems Engineer in Kentucky to join CBRE Global Workplace Solutions. You will support automated material handling equipment, focusing on reliability and performance of conveyors, sortation, SCADA, and related systems.

You will troubleshoot PLC/PC controllers, coordinate with maintenance teams, and collaborate with site leadership on timelines and project impacts. A strong background in PLCs, robotics, and SCADA is required.