Automation Engineer: Conveyors, PLCs & SCADA

CBRE, Inc.; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k

PTO

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

CBRE is seeking an Automation Engineer to support advanced automation systems for a leading online retailer. You’ll optimize maintenance strategies, diagnose complex issues, and enhance performance of conveyors, PLCs, vision systems, and SCADA platforms.

The role offers hands-on problem solving and growth opportunities in a safety‑driven environment. You will work across uptime and safety initiatives, collaborating with site teams and leadership to drive operational excellence at

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in two design cycles: specification, component selection and programming.
• 2+ years working with PLC programming, robotics components and SCADA-based monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and compliance across system operations and work safety.
• Troubleshoot and modify software for material handling control systems (PLC/PC).
• Escalate and respond to emergencies on-site and remotely as needed.
• Oversee development scope, scheduling, and contractor inspections.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics systems

SCADA systems

Controls engineering

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

RSLogix 5000

Job description

CBRE is seeking an Automation Engineer to support advanced automation systems for a leading online retailer. You’ll optimize maintenance strategies, diagnose complex issues, and enhance performance of conveyors, PLCs, vision systems, and SCADA platforms.

The role offers hands-on problem solving and growth opportunities in a safety‑driven environment. You will work across uptime and safety initiatives, collaborating with site teams and leadership to drive operational excellence at