Automation Engineering Apprentice

Automation Engineer Apprentice
Weekly Pay!
Training to work in a Cutting Edge Facility!
The Automation Engineering Apprentice (AEA) will learn to 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, and control cabinets. During on-the-job learning (OJL) you will work with complex high-performance manufacturing systems and will learn to analyze, troubleshoot, and repair systems to maintain process efficiency. The focus of this role is to learn the skills and abilities to ensure safety regulations and policies are adhered to, assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the automated packaging and distribution equipment, ensure preventative maintenance is conducted on time to a high standard, and provide high levels of equipment availability through continuous improvement.

C&W Services AEA apprentices are engaged in the assembly and maintenance of complex machines, plants, and systems within the Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) sector or in organizations which purchase and operate such mechatronic systems. Apprentices are paired with journey workers to carry out their work at various facilities, including high automation and robotics facilities in connection with service operations. They are expected to perform their work according to technical documents and instructions, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and safety standards.

They should have the ability to work collaboratively and coordinate their activities with upstream and downstream operations partners. Conduct preventative/corrective maintenance and basic troubleshooting of robotics and robotic work cells
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all material handling equipment components
Assist with basic electronics and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) troubleshooting
Must be able to move up to 49lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation, as well as perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head
Minimum of 1 year RME Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (MRT) Experience
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
Able to commute to specified site
High school diploma or GED equivalent
1+ years of experience using Microsoft Office products and applications
Able to enroll in, attend, and complete a 12-week training at a designated training area (Location to be determined post-interview)
Able to commit to a 2-year onsite apprenticeship post-12 week training
Experience in an electrical, mechanical, or controls field
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 with electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment
Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings

Must be able to move up to 49lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation, as well as perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head
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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. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

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