JLL is seeking an Automation Engineering Manager to lead a team of Senior Automation Engineers, Automation Engineers, and Apprentices in supporting and optimizing automation control systems across JLL-managed facilities to drive equipment reliability, enhance safety, and maximize operational performance.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience with PLC-controlled automation, including Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys Ladder Logic and structured programming.
- 7+ years troubleshooting and optimizing industrial controls, robotics, motor controls, and automated equipment.
- Strong understanding of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus) and SCADA/OEE platforms.
- Proficiency in programming tools such as RSLogix5000 Studio, FT View, FactoryTalk, and other advanced control platforms.
- Experience designing and implementing HMI systems, motor control solutions (VFDs, servo drives, DC drives), and high-speed sortation equipment.
- Strong background in robotics integration, field service engineering, and technical training programs.
- Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent continuous improvement certification.
Responsibilities
- Lead the site and network-level automation engineering program, serving as the primary technical and program leader.
- Manage a team of automation engineers to drive success within the network.
- Set program goals, define priorities, and manage Automation Engineers to meet client objectives and safety requirements.
- Provide subject matter expertise (SME) for troubleshooting complex control system issues, leading root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to reduce downtime.
- Design, develop, implement, and optimize control systems and automation software, including PLC/PC controllers, SCADA/OEE platforms, and industrial networks.
- Oversee change management processes and maintain complete, accurate automation documentation for compliance and reliability.
- Partner with operations, engineering, vendors, and client stakeholders to deliver automation projects and drive system optimization.
Other
- Proven leadership experience directing, training, and mentoring engineering teams.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams and levels.
- Expected to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays when required, 40 hours plus per week as needed.
- Travel up to 25% to support other JLL-managed client sites as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or equivalent.
