Senior Automation Engineer - Lead PLC/SCADA & Controls (Sign-On)

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse distribution equipment. You will lead the automation program, mentor engineers, and ensure safety and reliability across conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, and SCADA devices.

The role requires deep PLC expertise (Siemens/Allen-Bradley/Codesys), ladder logic, robotics integration, and strong problem-solving.

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).
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.

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.
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.