Automation Engineer - MHE Controls & PLCs
CBRE
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Job summary
CBRE is seeking an Automation Engineer to join CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS). You will be part of a team of controls and maintenance professionals supporting automated material handling equipment (MHE) for one of the world’s largest online retailers.
The role focuses on reliability, preventive maintenance, and performance improvements. You will troubleshoot PLC/PC controllers (Allen Bradley Controllogix/CompactLogix, RSLogix 5000), monitor industrial networks, supervise contractors, and
Qualifications
- Troubleshoot and modify software for material handling control systems (PLC/PC).
- Work with Allen Bradley Controllogix/CompactLogix platforms and RSLogix 5000.
- Monitor and optimize industrial networks and related hardware.
Responsibilities
- Promote safety and regulatory compliance in system operations.
- Troubleshoot and modify control software for MHE equipment.
- Act as first level escalation for on-site and remote support.
- Inspect systems to verify design and performance targets.
- Oversee development scope, scheduling, and contractor work.
- Engineer reliability improvements from concept to implementation.
- Monitor networks and equipment metrics to resolve performance issues.
- Communicate timelines and impacts with site leadership and teams.
Skills
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Job description
CBRE is seeking an Automation Engineer to join CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS). You will be part of a team of controls and maintenance professionals supporting automated material handling equipment (MHE) for one of the world’s largest online retailers.
The role focuses on reliability, preventive maintenance, and performance improvements. You will troubleshoot PLC/PC controllers (Allen Bradley Controllogix/CompactLogix, RSLogix 5000), monitor industrial networks, supervise contractors, and
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