Automation Engineer – Industrial & Warehouse Controls

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching companycontr

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in the United States is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment. You will lead and mentor apprentices while improving reliability of conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, and SCADA devices.

You will collaborate with operations, engineering and support teams to optimize MHE systems, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvements across shifts,

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or knowledge equivalent to a 4-year degree.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and mentor automation engineers.
• Experience with CMMS, troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance with stakeholders.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Problem-solving mindset with continuous improvement focus.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

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 & mentoring

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Problem solving

Verbal & written English

Shift flexibility

Education

4-year engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

RSLogix5000 Studio

FT View

Controls software

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in the United States is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment. You will lead and mentor apprentices while improving reliability of conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, and SCADA devices.

You will collaborate with operations, engineering and support teams to optimize MHE systems, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvements across shifts,