Senior Automation Engineer: PLC, Robotics & Systems Lead

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Kenosha, WI is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment.

You will lead automation engineering programs, mentor engineers, and optimize systems across conveyors, sortation, scanners, and SCADA devices. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, EE, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 3+ years experience.
• 5+ years of PLC-controlled automation experience including Ladder Logic and structured programming.
• 2+ years with robotics work cells, control systems, and automated equipment.
• Leadership experience directing, training, and mentoring automation engineers.
• Proficiency with CMMS, troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills and continuous improvement mindset.

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

Ladder Logic

Structured programming

Leadership

Troubleshooting

CMMS

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent

Tools

RSLogix5000 Studio

FT View

Control software

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Kenosha, WI is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment.

You will lead automation engineering programs, mentor engineers, and optimize systems across conveyors, sortation, scanners, and SCADA devices. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.