Amazon.com Services LLC
Facilities, Maintenance, Real Estate, Ops Engineering, operations
AutomationEngineer
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“Automation Engineer at Amazon.com Services LLC. Skills: Automation controls, Equipment reliability, PLC programming, Troubleshooting. Maintain automation systems necessary for operations. Work closely with building Operations, Operations Engineering, FC”
What You'll Achieve.
Maximize equipment reliability; Maximize operational performance; Restore equipment operation; Avoid future incidents; Drive continuous improvement
Industry & Context.
Issue diagnosis; Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis
Work flexible schedule/shift/work area, Work weekends, nights, and/or holidays
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent OR 2+ years of equivalent professional experience, Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays, Relevant experience with PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process or production environment, Familiarity with robotics work cells and its control systems, Familiarity with Ladder Logic and structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Brady, or Codesys PLCs, Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English, Familiarity with electrical theory, robotics, controls components, automated equipment, Ability to interpret and understand policies and procedures and relate them to others
Nice to Have
Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and designing HMI and control network components, Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Motor Controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components, Industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems, Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings, Experience identifying, maintaining, and utilizing SCADA systems and KPIs, Familiarity with programming software such as RSLogix5000 studio, FT View, and other controls software platforms, Systems controls design or programming experience, Systems integration experience, Field service engineering experience systems trainer or training experience, Experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems, Proven history of remote technical support, Experience driving continuous improvement or programmatic solutions in relation to automated equipment, Experience with advanced automation controls systems, Experience with industrial robotics, Experience with ASRS systems
What You'll Do.
Maintain automation systems necessary for operations
Work closely with building Operations
Operations Engineering
maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems
Partner with maintenance/operations for system performance issues
Provide analysis across all operations
Act as first level escalation support for site
Troubleshoot locally and remotely
Repair all hardware or controls software systems within
Appropriately escalate downtime situations to vendors or headquarters
Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes
Implement process improvements or retraining to avoid future
and provide analysis building System Assessments
Assess material handling system performance
Drive continuous improvement
Communicate technical issues and project timelines with building
Explain production impacts
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with building Operations; Work closely with Operations Engineering; Work closely with FC Start up Team; Work closely with AFT Software teams; Work closely with ACES team; Work closely with Safety; Partner with maintenance/operations; Communicate with building leadership; Communicate with operations; Communicate with maintenance team
Communication Scope
Verbal English; Written English
Process & Methodology
Project implementation
Full Job Description
Operations is at the heart of Amazon’s 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. Reliability Maintenance & Engineering (RME) are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all 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! 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, there is more: We provide lightweight fire resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety! Key job responsibilities About the Role A proactive automation controls and technical support role for fulfillment center operations, focusing on maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and SCADA devices and programs. 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, there is more: We provide lightweight fire resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to •Site expert to maintaining automation systems necessary for operations •Work closely with building Operations, Operations Engineering, 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, se
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