Automation Engineer
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Job Location:
Aurora, CO - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 90000 - 112500
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Application deadline: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis
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!
About the Role:
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 mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems implement innovative projects and develop system design improvements to enhance site throughput. 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 technical leadership and design optimization efforts youll directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazons signature speed and accuracy while building team capabilities and driving operational excellence.
What Do We Offer
Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1 matching 401(k) program and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. But wait theres more: We provide lightweight fire-resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety!
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Apply Subject Matter Expertise (SME) on troubleshooting and dive deeps for engineering issues supporting automation engineers to investigate the root cause and planning actions to eliminate/mitigate the downtime of critical assets
- Collaborate with building Operations Operations Engineering teams FC Start-up Team AFT Software teams ACES team and Safety to support 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 escalation support to automation engineers during and after business hours troubleshooting locally and remotely to ensure that all hardware or controls software within the building is repaired on time
- Appropriately escalate downtime situations to vendors or leadership for support to restore equipment operation.
- 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 senior leadership 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 in dealing with material handling flow and capacity
- Experience with Industrial control systems both hardware and software
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. For salaried roles your Amazon package will include listed sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at $90000 - $112500 annually
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!
About the Role:
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 mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems implement innovative projects and develop system design improvements to enhance site throughput. 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 technical leadership and design optimization efforts youll directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazons signature speed and accuracy while building team capabilities and driving operational excellence.
What Do We Offer
Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1 matching 401(k) program and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. But wait theres more: We provide lightweight fire-resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety!
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Apply Subject Matter Expertise (SME) on troubleshooting and dive deeps for engineering issues supporting automation engineers to investigate the root cause and planning actions to eliminate/mitigate the downtime of critical assets
- Collaborate with building Operations Operations Engineering teams FC Start-up Team AFT Software teams ACES team and Safety to support 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 escalation support to automation engineers during and after business hours troubleshooting locally and remotely to ensure that all hardware or controls software within the building is repaired on time
- Appropriately escalate downtime situations to vendors or leadership for support to restore equipment operation.
- 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 senior leadership 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 in dealing with material handling flow and capacity
- Experience with Industrial control systems both hardware and software
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. For salaried roles your Amazon package will include listed sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at $90000 - $112500 annually
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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