Amazon.com Services LLC
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AutomationEngineer
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“Automation Engineer at Amazon.com Services LLC. Skills: Automation engineering, Controls automation, PLC programming, Material handling systems. Maintain automation systems. Collaborate with Operations”
What You'll Achieve.
Maximize equipment reliability; Maximize operational performance; Ensure customer orders met
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting complex control systems; Root cause analysis
Move up to 49lbs, Stand and walk, Shifts up to 12 hours, Climb ladders, Climb gangways, Bending, Lifting, Stretching, Reaching, Full manual dexterity
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 2+ years PLC programming, 2+ years automation engineering experience, Flexible schedule/shift/work area, Experience with PLC-controlled automation, Experience with robotics work cells, Experience with Ladder Logic programming, Experience with Siemens PLCs, Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, Experience with Codesys PLCs, Experience with electrical theory, Experience with robotics, Experience with controls components, Experience with automated equipment
Nice to Have
Experience maintaining HMI, Experience troubleshooting HMI, Experience programming HMI, Experience designing HMI, Experience maintaining control network components, Experience troubleshooting control network components, Experience programming control network components, Experience designing control network components, Experience identifying Motor Controls, Experience maintaining Motor Controls, Experience troubleshooting Motor Controls, Experience with Variable Frequency Drives, Experience with DC drives, Experience with standard electrical components, Experience interpreting mechanical drawings, Experience interpreting electrical drawings, Experience modifying mechanical drawings, Experience modifying electrical drawings, 1+ years SCADA systems experience, 1+ years KPI experience, Experience programming RSLogix5000, Experience programming Studio 5000, Experience programming FT View, Experience programming other controls software, Experience with Industrial control systems hardware, Experience with Industrial control systems software, Experience in system-level integration, Experience in field service engineering, Experience supporting conveyors, Experience supporting sortation systems, High school diploma, 5+ years customer service experience, Experience in technical support, Experience creating process improvements, Experience with automation analysis, Experience participating in hiring process
What You'll Do.
Maintain automation systems
Collaborate with Operations
Collaborate with Operations Engineering
Collaborate with FC Start-up Team
Collaborate with AFT Software teams
Collaborate with ACES team
Collaborate with Safety
Maintain control systems
Troubleshoot control systems
Address system performance issues
Provide escalation support
Facilitate Failure Analysis
Facilitate Incident Review
Perform System Assessments
Analyze System Assessments
Communicate technical issues
Communicate project timelines
Engage full manual dexterity
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Building managers; Operations staff; Maintenance teams
Communication Scope
Technical communication
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. 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. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems and implement innovative projects. You'll 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, you'll directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazon's signature speed and accuracy. 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’s more: We provide lightweight fire-resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety! Key job responsibilities 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 s
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