Senior Automation Engineer
Core
Support site maintenance teams to ensure operational performance and efficiency of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) control systems, including troubleshooting, modifying software, and implementing solutions for complex problems.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC automation engineer (MHE control systems)
Builds
Maintains and optimizes conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, labeling systems, scales, HMI systems, and control cabinets
Domain
Logistics / Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC programming (Allen Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix), SCADA systems, VFD programming, HMI programming, interpreting electrical/mechanical drawings, troubleshooting motor control systems, industrial networking (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, AS-I), relay and motor starter maintenance
Preferred skills
Leadership and project management, advanced automation controls development, extensive conveyor/sortation system support
Technologies
Allen Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Rockwell software, SCADA, Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, AS-I, VFDs, HMIs
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and modify software for material handling control systems, act as first-level escalation for automation issues, monitor MHE metrics and partner with mechatronics technicians, plan and coordinate new technology installations for capital projects, communicate technical issues and project timelines to leadership and operations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
