Automation Engineer – Material Handling & PLC Systems
Cushman & Wakefield
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Job summary
Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Automation Engineer to support site maintenance, ensuring performance of material handling control systems. You will collaborate with maintenance to troubleshoot and improve conveyors, scanners, labeling systems, and related equipment in a clean, climate-controlled facility.
Responsibilities include safety leadership, PLC/PC controller support, and coordinating with vendors for capital projects, with a focus on reliability and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience programming/commissioning HMIs, PLCs, and VFDs
- SCADA systems knowledge and KPI experience
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings
- Experience supporting conveyors and sortation systems
- Knowledge of control components (relays, motor starters, VFDs, HMIs)
- High school or equivalent diploma
- Strong problem-solving and collaborative attitude
Responsibilities
- Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures
- Provide guidance on maintaining material handling control systems and electrical distribution systems
- Troubleshoot and modify software projects for material handling control systems (PLC/PC, Rockwell)
- First-level escalation support for equipment automation issues and coordinate with vendors
- Apply expertise in material handling to maximize system utilization
- Monitor MHE metrics and work with mechatronics technicians to improve reliability
- Coordinate with operations, vendors, and parts suppliers for new technology installations
- Communicate timelines and technical issues clearly to leadership and maintenance teams
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Job description
Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Automation Engineer to support site maintenance, ensuring performance of material handling control systems. You will collaborate with maintenance to troubleshoot and improve conveyors, scanners, labeling systems, and related equipment in a clean, climate-controlled facility.
Responsibilities include safety leadership, PLC/PC controller support, and coordinating with vendors for capital projects, with a focus on reliability and continuous improvement.
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