Lead Automation Engineer - Logistics & Robotics

Coastal Elite Pro; Kennedale (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and ongoing optimization of automation for transportation and warehousing operations.

You will specify and integrate automation systems, develop PLC and WCS logic, and collaborate with operations, IT, and vendors to deliver new sites and retrofits. A data-driven mindset and strong cross-functional communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required or equivalent.
• 5+ years of automation engineering experience in logistics or industrial environments.
• Experience with robotic and material-handling systems and integration of PLC/WCS logic.

Responsibilities

• Specify and integrate automation systems including robotics, conveyors, sortation equipment, and control systems.
• Develop and implement PLC and WCS logic to support reliable and efficient operations.
• Use operational and system data to improve throughput, accuracy, and safety.
• Collaborate with operations, IT, and external vendors to deliver new sites and retrofits.
• Own automation project execution from concept through deployment readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement through performance analysis and system optimization.

Skills

Automation engineering

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical)

Tools

PLC programming

WCS integration

Robotics & conveyors integration

Job description

Coastal Elite Pro is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and ongoing optimization of automation for transportation and warehousing operations.

You will specify and integrate automation systems, develop PLC and WCS logic, and collaborate with operations, IT, and vendors to deliver new sites and retrofits. A data-driven mindset and strong cross-functional communication are essential.