Senior Automation Engineer - Warehouse & Logistics Systems

GXO Logistics, Inc; Ponder (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GXO Logistics is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, deployment and optimization of automation in our transportation and warehousing operations. The role involves specifying and integrating robotics, conveyors, sortation, and control systems, developing PLC and WCS logic, and using data to improve throughput, accuracy and safety.

The position requires coordinating with operations, IT and vendors to deliver new sites and retrofits, managing projects from concept through

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading automation design and deployment.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs and warehouse control systems.
• Proven track record improving throughput, accuracy and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, deployment and optimization of automation in transportation and warehousing.
• Specify and integrate robotics, conveyors, and sortation systems.
• Develop PLC and WCS logic and implement improvements.
• Manage projects from concept through go-live with operations and IT.
• Drive continuous improvement across sites and retrofits.

Skills

Robotics integration

Conveyor systems

Sortation systems

PLC programming

WCS logic

Data analysis

Tools

SCADA/Control software

Industrial IT integration

Job description

GXO Logistics is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, deployment and optimization of automation in our transportation and warehousing operations. In this role, you will specify and integrate robotics, conveyors, sortation, and control systems, develop PLC and WCS logic, and use data to improve throughput, accuracy and safety. You’ll partner with operations, IT and vendors to deliver new sites and retrofits, manage projects from concept through go-live, and drive continuous improvement. GXO offers a performance-driven, collaborative culture with global exposure, career growth and the chance to shape the future of logistics.