Senior Automation Engineer - Industrial Controls Leader

JLL; Florence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment. The role focuses on reliability and performance of conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply systems, and SCADA devices.

You will lead the automation program on site, mentor engineers, and collaborate with operations and support teams to deliver projects with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, OR 3+ years equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of PLC-controlled automation experience, including Ladder Logic and structured programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys) and issue diagnosis in production environments.
• 2+ years with robotics work cells, control systems, electrical theory, controls components, and automated equipment.
• Leadership experience in directing, training, and mentoring automation engineers.
• Proficiency in CMMS use, troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills, policy interpretation, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and build scalable automation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as site technical expert in automation control systems and lead the site's automation engineering program.
• Set program goals, delegate work, and mentor Automation Engineers and Apprentices to meet client objectives and safety/technical requirements.
• Design, develop, implement, and optimize control systems and software; maintain and troubleshoot automation equipment, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks.
• Govern all automation documentation and change management processes for the site.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and support teams to optimize material handling systems and deliver projects.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support, including remote assistance, root cause analysis, and vendor coordination.
• Monitor system performance, drive continuous improvement projects, and communicate technical issues, timelines, and workarounds to stakeholders.

Skills

PLC programming

Leadership

CMMS

Communication

System troubleshooting

Automation concepts

Remote support

Robotics & automation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

RSLogix5000 Studio

FT View

Siemens S7

Allen-Bradley

Codesys

Job description

JLL is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment. The role focuses on reliability and performance of conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply systems, and SCADA devices.

You will lead the automation program on site, mentor engineers, and collaborate with operations and support teams to deliver projects with safety as a priority.