Automation Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 103,706 - 122,007; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits from day one

Training opportunities

Modern facility

Safety culture

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Automation Engineer to support the site maintenance team, ensuring performance of material handling control systems including PLC/PC controllers, Allen Bradley Rockwell platforms, and related networks at a modern facility.

You will troubleshoot, lead technicians when needed, improve equipment reliability, install new technology with vendors, and communicate timelines to operations and leadership in a climate-controlled environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in programming/commissioning HMIs, PLCs, and VFDs.
• Experience with SCADA systems and KPIs.
• Ability to read and modify mechanical/electrical drawings.
• Experience supporting conveyors and sortation systems.
• Familiarity with equipment control components (relays, motor starters, VFDs, HMIs).
• Positive attitude and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and follow procedures in daily work.
• Guide on maintaining material handling control and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and modify software for material handling control systems (Rockwell PLCs).
• Serve as first escalation point and coordinate with vendors for downtime.
• Apply expertise to maximize building utilization of systems.
• Monitor MHE metrics and work with technicians to resolve electrical issues.
• Plan and coordinate new technology installations with vendors and operations.
• Communicate technical issues and timelines with leadership and operations.

Skills

HMI programming

PLC programming

VFDs

SCADA

Electrical drawings

Conveyors & sortation

Electrical control components

Education

High school diploma

Associate in Electronic Technology

Bachelor’s in STEM

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000 / RSLogix

Rockwell ControlLogix

Ethernet/IP / ControlNet / DeviceNet

Job description

Our Purpose

At C&W Services, we live by the belief that “Better Never Settles.” We are dedicated to creating a positive impact globally and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.

Job Title

Automation Engineer

About The Role

As an Automation Engineer (AE), you will support the site maintenance team to ensure operational performance and efficiency of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) control systems. You will partner with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and maintain equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print‑and‑apply labeling systems, scales, HMI systems, control cabinets, and more. You may lead and/or assist other technicians with their development while working in a clean, climate‑controlled, modern facility.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.
• Provide guidance on maintaining material handling control systems, industrial motor control systems, servo and frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
• Use technical expertise to troubleshoot and modify software projects for material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, Allen Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLC platforms using Rockwell’s software package, and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, AS‑I.
• Act as the first level of escalation support for equipment automation issues and appropriately escalated downtime situations to vendors and/or network support teams to restore equipment operation.
• Apply subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic control systems to maximize building utilization of systems.
• Monitor MHE metrics and partner with mechatronics technicians to resolve equipment electrical problems that create performance deficiencies; perform control systems assessments to maintain and improve equipment reliability.
• Partner 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.
• Communicate technical issues and project timelines with building leadership, operations, and the maintenance team, explaining production impacts and working closely with operations and engineering to ensure a thorough understanding of impact to systems.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of cumulative work experience in the following areas, or a relevant 2‑year degree plus 1 year of work experience in the following areas:
• Programming/commissioning of HMIs, PLCs, and VFDs
• SCADA systems and KPIs
• Interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings
• Supporting a range of different conveyors and sortation systems
• Equipment control components such as relays, motor starters, VFDs, HMIs, etc.
• High school or equivalent diploma
• Positive attitude and ability to effectively problem‑solve

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with a focus in Electronic Technology (or similar)
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM‑related field
• 4+ years of experience in the electrical field, or in control systems development, troubleshooting, and programming
• 4+ years of experience supporting advanced automation controls systems maintenance and development
• 3+ years of experience supporting a wide range of conveyors and sortation systems
• Leadership and project management experience

Physical Demands

• Ability to reach overhead, kneel, squat, climb steps/ladders, use an aerial lift, and frequently lift a maximum of 50 lbs. of equipment.
• Ability to perform tasks while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include but is not limited to hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite‑toe shoes.
• Regularly required to crouch or bend and reach to install/move equipment.
• Movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day.
• Work in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures.
• Regularly required to type on a computer for 1‑2 hours per day.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Comprehensive benefits starting on your first day
• Training, development, and advancement opportunities
• A clean and cutting‑edge facility
• A safety‑first culture

Compensation

The compensation for the position is: $103,706.46 - $122,007.60 per year. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1‑888‑365‑5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.