JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.About the RoleAs an Automation Engineering Technician, you will focus on equipment troubleshooting and maintaining material handling equipment (MHE) such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply labeling systems, scales, HMI systems, PLCs and control cabinets. You will work in mentorship under Automation Engineers and Sr Automation Engineers and part of the Reliability and Maintenance Engineering site team. We are committed to improvement; you will be encouraged to participate in career development opportunities as presented to progress your career at JLL .Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures
Maintain material handling control systems, industrial, motor control systems, servo and frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
Monitor Material Handling Equipment (MHE) metrics and partner with Automation Engineers and Maintenance Technicians to resolve equipment problems that create performance deficiencies
Improve material handling system reliability through preventive maintenance tasks completion and identification and execution of corrective repairs
Perform basic data analytics to support system/equipment deep dives and improvements
Escalate/Engage network support resources for guidance and assistance to restore equipment back to operational mode with minimal downtime impact for Operations
Communicate technical issues to RME and Operations Leadership
Travel up to 20% at a minimum.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
Work various shifts as assigned, including the possibility of nights
Experience with PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process or production environment.
Experience with robotics work cells and its control systems
Experience with Ladder Logic and structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Bradley , or Codesys PLCs
Experience acting in a team lead capacity that supports, trains, and mentors less experienced automation engineering professionals
Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English
Experience with electrical theory, robotics, controls components, automated equipment
Ability to interpret and understand policies and procedures and relate them to others.
Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Continuous improvement mindset
Willingness to learn and grow within RME Problem-solving mindset for debugging systems.
Adaptability and continuous learning to keep up with industry trends
Experience working with multiple stakeholders (Operations, Safety, etc.) to coordinate complex maintenance activities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
2+ years of experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and designing HMI and control network components
2+ years of experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Motor Controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components
2+ years of experience of industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems
2+ years of experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings
2+ years of experience identifying, maintaining, and utilizing SCADA systems and KPIs
2+ years of experience with programming software such as RSLogix5000 studio, FT View, and other controls software platforms
2+ years of experience in controls design or programming experience
Systems integration experience
2+ years of field service engineering experience systems trainer or training experience
2+ years of experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems Excellent written, verbal and customer service skills
Proven history of remote technical support
Experience driving continuous improvement or programmatic solutions in relation to automated equipment.
Experience with advanced automation controls systems Experience with industrial robotics
Experience with Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems (ASRS) systems
At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams. JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.Location:On-site –Richmond, TXJob Tags:RMEIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:401(k) plan with matching company contributionsComprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision CarePaid parental leave at 100% of salaryPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysJLL Privacy NoticeJones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our .For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy .Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at accomodationrequest@am.jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our page I want to work for JLL.Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.
