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As an Automation Engineering Apprentice (AEA), you’ll learn to support, maintain, and improve automated systems within a complex fulfillment or distribution center. Through a structured combination of classroom instruction, hands-on lab training, and on-the-job learning, you’ll gain the foundational skills needed to become an Automation Engineer. Apprentices are paired with mentors to carry out their assigned work at various facilities. They will complete a 12 week Related Technical Instruction with a partner college, followed by 3500 hours of On The Job Learning. You’ll train alongside experienced Automation Engineers, Technicians, and OEM partners to develop your understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Motor Controls, Sensor Logic Systems, Electrical System Installation, Industrial network Communications, and robotics while working safely and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibility:
Learn and apply safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, arc-flash awareness, and safe work practices
Shadow and assist Automation Engineers in troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing control systems, PLCs, VFDs, sensors, scanners, HMIs, and industrial networks
Support daily automation operations by responding to faults, documenting issues, and learning to perform root-cause analysis
Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance activities for material handling equipment and control panels
Work with system documentation, schematics, and software tools to identify and correct equipment issues
Learn to interpret and modify PLC programs under the supervision of trained engineers
Assist in system performance tracking, data analysis, and minor control upgrades
Develop technical communication skills through collaboration with engineers, technicians, and operations teams
Complete structured training through programs such as Amatrol Automation Fundamentals, Automation Essentials, and relevant JLL learning modules
Requirements:
18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED
Demonstrated interest in automation, controls, or mechatronics through coursework, hands-on experience, or personal projects