Automation Engineering Apprentice
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Automation Engineering Apprentice (AEA)
Work performed
Automation Engineering Apprentice
, you will:
- 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.
As your skills progress, you'll gradually take on more responsibility - transitioning from shadowing to performing supervised tasks and contributing to improvement projects.
Required qualifications
- 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.
- Basic computer literacy (email, spreadsheets, troubleshooting tools, software navigation).
- Willingness to travel for required training sessions.
- Ability to read and interpret basic electrical or mechanical drawings.
- Commitment to learning, teamwork, and safe work practices.
Preferred qualifications
- Enrollment in or completion of a
technical or associate degree
in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of
control systems, sensors, relays, and motor drives
.
- Prior exposure to
industrial maintenance, troubleshooting, or robotics
environments.
- Experience using hand tools, test equipment, or working with mechanical assemblies.
Physical demands and work environment
- Regular bending, standing, kneeling, and walking on concrete surfaces.
- Lifting tools or components up to 49 pounds.
- Working in varied environmental conditions (heat, cold, noise, dust).
- Operating safely around energized equipment and moving conveyors.
At JLL, we work together to create a brighter future for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Our collaborative culture - locally and globally - drives innovative solutions. We value wellbeing, inclusivity, and belonging, ensuring every team member feels supported. JLL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Expected compensation for this position
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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 include:
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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