Automation Engineer
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29 days ago
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Job Summary
Operations is at the heart of Amazons business. We are known for our speed accuracy and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide every day. The Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it happen. We drive continuous improvement and maintain all of the robotics and material handling equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us on our journey!
Key job responsibilities
As an Automation Engineer you will play a crucial role in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in our fulfillment centers by providing proactive controls automation and technical support. Your expertise will be essential in troubleshooting complex control systems analyzing performance metrics and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Youll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems and implement innovative projects. Youll work with state-of-the-art technology including conveyors sortation systems scanners cameras print and apply systems and SCADA devices and programs. Through your efforts youll directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazons signature speed and accuracy.
A day in the life
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Serve as the site expert for maintaining the automation systems that are critical for operations
Collaborate with building Operations Operations Engineering teams FC Start-up Team AFT Software teams ACES team and Safety in supporting MHE systems optimization and project implementation
Understand maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet ControlNet DeviceNet Profibus motor control systems servo drives frequency drives and electrical distribution systems
Monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations to address system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations
Provide first-level escalation support for site technicians both locally and remotely
Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes to drive continuous improvement
Perform and analyze building System Assessments to enhance material handling system performance
Communicate technical issues and project timelines clearly to building managers operations staff and maintenance teams
Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours with or without reasonable accommodation
Climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation
Regular bending lifting stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists
- Bachelors degree in computer science electrical engineering automation engineering or equivalent or 2 years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area including weekends nights and/or holidays
- Experience in PLC based controls design development implementation and support
- 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 with HMI and control network components including maintenance troubleshooting programming and design
- Experience identifying maintaining troubleshooting and modifying Motor Controls including motor starters Variable Frequency Drives DC drives and standard electrical components
- Experience interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings
- Experience programming with RSLogix5000 Studio 5000 FT View and other controls software platforms
- Experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems
- Hands-on industrial electrical experience including 480V 3-phase 110 VAC and 24VDC systems
- Experience identifying maintaining and utilizing SCADA systems and KPIs
- Experience in controls design or programming
- Systems integration experience
- Field service engineering or systems training experience
- Excellent written verbal and customer service skills
- Proven track record in remote technical support
- Experience driving continuous improvement or programmatic solutions in relation to automated equipment
- Experience with advanced automation controls systems and industrial robotics
- Experience with Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $81000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $123800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Key job responsibilities
As an Automation Engineer you will play a crucial role in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in our fulfillment centers by providing proactive controls automation and technical support. Your expertise will be essential in troubleshooting complex control systems analyzing performance metrics and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Youll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems and implement innovative projects. Youll work with state-of-the-art technology including conveyors sortation systems scanners cameras print and apply systems and SCADA devices and programs. Through your efforts youll directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazons signature speed and accuracy.
A day in the life
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Serve as the site expert for maintaining the automation systems that are critical for operations
Collaborate with building Operations Operations Engineering teams FC Start-up Team AFT Software teams ACES team and Safety in supporting MHE systems optimization and project implementation
Understand maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet ControlNet DeviceNet Profibus motor control systems servo drives frequency drives and electrical distribution systems
Monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations to address system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations
Provide first-level escalation support for site technicians both locally and remotely
Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes to drive continuous improvement
Perform and analyze building System Assessments to enhance material handling system performance
Communicate technical issues and project timelines clearly to building managers operations staff and maintenance teams
Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours with or without reasonable accommodation
Climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation
Regular bending lifting stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists
- Bachelors degree in computer science electrical engineering automation engineering or equivalent or 2 years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area including weekends nights and/or holidays
- Experience in PLC based controls design development implementation and support
- 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 with HMI and control network components including maintenance troubleshooting programming and design
- Experience identifying maintaining troubleshooting and modifying Motor Controls including motor starters Variable Frequency Drives DC drives and standard electrical components
- Experience interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings
- Experience programming with RSLogix5000 Studio 5000 FT View and other controls software platforms
- Experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems
- Hands-on industrial electrical experience including 480V 3-phase 110 VAC and 24VDC systems
- Experience identifying maintaining and utilizing SCADA systems and KPIs
- Experience in controls design or programming
- Systems integration experience
- Field service engineering or systems training experience
- Excellent written verbal and customer service skills
- Proven track record in remote technical support
- Experience driving continuous improvement or programmatic solutions in relation to automated equipment
- Experience with advanced automation controls systems and industrial robotics
- Experience with Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $81000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $123800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- APIs
- Automotive software
- Test Cases
- Electrical Engineering
- Junit
- Distributed Control Systems
- Testng
- Java
- Test Automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Selenium
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