Automation Engineer — Industrial Controls & SCADA

JLL; Delaware; On-site; USD 93,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Early access to earned wages through 1

Job summary

JLL is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment, with a focus on conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, and SCADA devices.

You will serve as site technical expert, mentor apprentices, design and troubleshoot PLC/PC controllers, maintain documentation, and collaborate with operations and support teams to optimize MHE systems while supporting continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or equivalent experience
• Proven ability to lead, train, and mentor automation engineers
• Proficiency in CMMS use, troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance activities with multiple stakeholders
• Advanced verbal and written English skills with ability to interpret and communicate policies

Responsibilities

• Serve as site technical expert in automation control systems and mentor Apprentices to meet safety and technical standards
• Design, develop, implement, and optimize control systems and software; maintain and troubleshoot equipment including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks
• Adhere to strict documentation and Automation Change Management procedures
• Partner with operations, engineering, and support teams to optimize MHE systems and deliver projects
• Monitor MHE metrics, analyze performance issues, and lead troubleshooting efforts locally and remotely
• Conduct root cause analysis, implement process improvements, and drive continuous improvement projects for performance and cost savings
• Communicate technical issues, timelines, and operational workarounds to leadership and stakeholders

Skills

leadership

english proficiency

problem solving

shift flexibility

Education

4-year degree

Tools

RSLogix5000 Studio

FT View

SCADA systems

Job description

JLL is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment, with a focus on conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, and SCADA devices.

You will serve as site technical expert, mentor apprentices, design and troubleshoot PLC/PC controllers, maintain documentation, and collaborate with operations and support teams to optimize MHE systems while supporting continuous improvement.