Automation Engineer - Bernville, PA

American President Lines; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee discount program

Pet insurance

Job summary

CEVA Logistics seeks a Solutions Design Automation Implementation Engineer to lead the integration, deployment, and commissioning of automated fulfillment solutions in new distribution centers. This role requires hands-on implementation and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to meet client specifications.

You will validate systems, ensure performance and safety, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating with WMS, WCS, WES, and PLC/SCADA interfaces across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in logistics/distribution with 5+ years in automation systems.
• Experience deploying automated fulfillment solutions (AS/RS, GTP, AMRs).
• Experience with WMS, WCS, WES, PLCs, and SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead install, config, testing, validation, and commissioning of automated fulfillment systems.
• Collaborate with Automation Implementation Manager, Solutions Design, and vendors.
• Conduct system validation to meet performance, safety, and ops requirements.
• Integrate automation with WMS, WCS, and WES systems.
• Participate in cross-functional project meetings with technical input.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues during implementation and commissioning.
• Document configurations, changes, and test results for compliance and maintenance.

Skills

AS/RS

Goods-to-Person

AMRs

WMS

WCS

WES

PLCs

SCADA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Job description

CEVALogistics

Full Time

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

Pay Range: $110,000 - $115,000

Shift: Monday - Friday Day Shift (some weekends required as needed)

YOUR ROLE

The Solutions Design Automation Implementation Engineer is responsible for the integration, deployment, commissioning, and optimization of automated fulfilment solutions in new Distribution Centers. This role involves hands‑on implementation, collaboration with cross‑functional teams, and technical problem‑solving to ensure automation projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet client specifications.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Lead the installation, configuration, testing, validation, and commissioning of automated fulfillment systems, including AS/RS, Goods-to-Person (GTP), AMRs, conveyors, and sortation systems
• Collaborate closely with the Automation Implementation Manager, Solutions Design, and external vendors to interpret designs and ensure successful automation implementation
• Conduct system validation and testing to ensure automation solutions meet performance criteria, safety standards, and operational requirements
• Provide technical expertise during the integration of automation systems with warehouse management systems (WMS), warehouse control systems (WCS), and warehouse execution systems (WES)
• Participate in cross-functional project meetings, offering technical input to align automation systems with project timelines and deliverables
• Identify and troubleshoot system issues during implementation and commissioning, working with internal teams and vendors to implement corrective actions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending and implementing system optimizations to improve efficiency, throughput, and reliability
• Document system configurations, changes, and test results to ensure compliance with project documentation standards and facilitate future system maintenance.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in logistics and distribution, with at least 5 years working directly with automation systems (e.g., AS/RS, GTP, AMRs)
• Experience in third party logistics, omni-channel fulfilment, with focus on e‑commerce fulfilment solutions
• Experience with WMS, WCS, WES, PLCs, and SCADA systems
• Proven experience in the deployment and commissioning of automated fulfillment solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of automation systems, including hardware and software integration.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

• Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
• Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.