Senior Automation Implementation Engineer
CMA CGM
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Houston • Texas • United States
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Salary
💰 $83,200 - $179,400 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Lead the installation, configuration, testing, validation, and commissioning of automated fulfillment systems.
- Collaborate closely with the Automation Implementation Manager, Solutions Design, and external vendors to interpret designs and ensure successful automation implementation.
- Conduct system validation and testing to ensure automation solutions meet performance criteria, safety standards, and operational requirements.
- Provide technical expertise during the integration of automation systems with warehouse management systems (WMS), warehouse control systems (WCS), and warehouse execution systems (WES).
- Participate in cross-functional project meetings, offering technical input to align automation systems with project timelines and deliverables.
- Identify and troubleshoot system issues during implementation and commissioning, working with internal teams and vendors to implement corrective actions.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending and implementing system optimizations to improve efficiency, throughput, and reliability.
- Document system configurations, changes, and test results to ensure compliance with project documentation standards and facilitate future system maintenance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in logistics and distribution.
- At least 5 years working directly with automation systems (e.g., AS/RS, GTP, AMRs, Cobots).
- Proven experience in the deployment and commissioning of automated fulfillment solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of automation systems, including hardware and software integration.
- Experience with WMS, WCS, WES, PLCs, and SCADA systems.
- Strong technical problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong documentation and reporting skills.
Benefits
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Employee benefits platform offering discounts on gym memberships and retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including pet insurance.
- Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
automation systemssystem validationsystem testinghardware integrationsoftware integrationautomated fulfillment solutionstechnical problem-solvingsystem optimizationdocumentationreporting
Soft Skills
interpersonal communicationcollaborationtechnical inputtroubleshootingcontinuous improvementstakeholder engagementproject managementcross-functional teamworkadaptabilityattention to detail
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Industrial EngineeringBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering