Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Cushman & Wakefield; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits from day one

Training and advancement opportunities

Clean, cutting-edge facility

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician to lead team members in installing and maintaining automated packaging and distribution equipment. You will design solutions, manage projects, and mentor technicians.

The role requires 4+ years in MHE, maintenance, blueprints, and PLC programming, with strong MS Office skills. Expect a dynamic facility and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years with material handling equipment (MHE) and automated conveyors.
• 4+ years of preventative maintenance experience.
• 2+ years PLC programs; 3+ years with CMMS; ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Lead service technicians on installation and repair of automated packaging equipment.
• Design solutions and manage projects for maintenance challenges.
• Train and mentor junior and contract technicians.
• Create and audit preventative maintenance procedures.

Skills

MHE experience

Preventive maintenance

Reading blueprints

PLC programming

Team leadership

Vendor management

MS Office

Flexible schedules

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job TitleSenior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Job Description Summary Job Description

Our Purpose: At C&W Services, we live by the belief that Better Never Settles. We're dedicated to creating a positive impact globally, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team.

C&W Services provides compelling benefits, including:

• Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits that start on your first day
• Training, Development, and Advancement Opportunities
• A Clean and Cutting-Edge Facility
• A Safety-First Culture

About the Role

As a Sr. Mechatronics & Robotics Technician, you will lead service technicians on the team in the installation and repair of automated packaging and distribution equipment. You will support the Operations Maintenance Team by designing solutions for difficult problems and managing projects. You will help train, and mentor service technicians and contract technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety: Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.
• Maintenance: Maintain and troubleshoot all conveyor systems in the building.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, photo-eyes, motor starters, limit switches, proximity sensors, solenoids, etc.
• Monitoring: Create, assign, and close out work orders with data including labor hours, equipment maintenance and parts used.
• Support: Lead and audit preventative maintenance procedures.
• Mentor junior technicians to grow in their roles.
• Communication: Maintain a positive working relationship across all of the Operations facility.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of experience working with material handling equipment (MHE) such as automated conveyors and controls.
• 4+ years of experience conducting preventative maintenance.
• 4 + years of experience reading blueprints and schematics.
• 3+ years of experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• 2 + years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs.
• Experience acting in a team lead capacity that supports, trains, and mentors less experienced technicians.
• Previous vendor management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, with the ability to create and manage documents effectively.
• Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field
• Experience with robotic operation and maintenance.

Physical Demands

Must have ability to reach overhead, kneel, squat, climb steps/ladders, use an aerial lift, and frequently lift a maximum of 50 lbs. of equipment. Ability to perform tasks wearing appropriate or required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which may include but is not limited to hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite toe shoes. Regularly required to crouch or bend and reach to install/move equipment. Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day. Work in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures. Regularly required to type on a computer for 1-2 hours per day.

Why C&W Services?

We're a global company with over 400 offices in 60 countries. We're proud of our diverse family of employees and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We're recognized by the Human Rights Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQI+ individuals and are dedicated to continuing to build a culture of inclusion and respect.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographical location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $32.78 - $38.57

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com