Amazon.com Services LLC

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AutomationSolutionsEngineer,CentralRME,GlobalJamProgram

$129–175k Arlington, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Automation Solutions Engineer, Central RME, Global Jam Program at Amazon.com Services LLC. Skills: Controls engineering, Automation, Data analysis, Project management. Lead controls engineering. Serve as subject matter expert”

What You'll Achieve.

Drive positive change; Identify areas of concern; Implement meaningful solutions; Support sites struggling; Develop permanent corrective actions; Improve fleet operations efficiency; Reduce jam DPMO; Improve equipment reliability; Scalable best practices

Industry & Context.

Logistics
Problems you'll solve

Root cause analysis; Troubleshooting

Eligibility Requirements

Travel expected across globe, Regular travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, 7+ years PLC programming experience

Nice to Have

Knowledge of database systems, Knowledge of SQL, Experience with mechanical systems, Experience with project management skills, Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment, Experience programming modern language, Six Sigma certification, Continuous improvement training, Experience on instrumentation, Experience on jam sensors

What You'll Do.

Lead controls engineering

Serve as subject matter expert

Develop and deploy code

Design automation tools

Analyze high volume data

Identify patterns affecting performance

Remove performance patterns

Drive continuous improvement

Lead jam reduction initiatives

Execute jam reduction initiatives

Manage cross-functional projects

Develop permanent corrective actions

Implement best practices

Advise vendor projects

Steer vendor projects

Lead change management processes

Signatory in change management

Prioritize concurrent projects

Manage concurrent projects

Communicate technical issues

Communicate project status

Conduct site health analyses

Lead teams to solutions

Identify knowledge gaps

Deliver technical training

Diagnose technology issues

Maintain working knowledge

Maintain knowledge of warehouse control systems

Maintain knowledge of SCADA

Maintain knowledge of telegram communications

Maintain knowledge of machinery safety regulations

Maintain knowledge of safe working practices

Ensure controls solutions meet safety requirements

Ensure controls solutions meet regulatory requirements

Lead on-site assessments

Ensure successful implementation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Field RME teams; Cross-functional projects; Central engineering groups; Leadership stakeholders; Cross-functional stakeholders

Communication Scope

Communicate complex technical issues; Communicate project status

Process & Methodology

Project management, Change management

Full Job Description

The Central RME Global Jam Program (GJP) team is responsible for driving positive, data-driven change across Amazon's material handling operations. We analyze jam DPMO data to identify areas of concern and implement meaningful solutions to support sites struggling with high jam occurrences and jam duration hours. As a Automation Solutions Engineer on the GJP team, you will execute programs focused on jam reduction, SCADA systems, OEE analysis, technology integration, and developing permanent corrective actions to complex issues affecting multiple sites. You'll collaborate with field RME teams, conduct site health analyses, implement the enhanced GJP process at underperforming facilities, and support pilot projects through change management documentation and capital request proposals. This is a regional role based in North America with travel expected across the globe. Key job responsibilities Controls & Automation: • Lead and serve as subject matter expert for controls engineering within the team, specializing in specific technologies or end-to-end automation systems • Develop and deploy code on multiple platforms: PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens), Python, Java, C++, C#, or similar modern languages to support controls solutions. • Design and implement automation tools that streamline processes and improve fleet operations efficiency Data Analysis • Analyze and order high volume of data through statistical analysis tools • Create datasets and dashboards to facilitate data representation, using AWS tools: Quicksight, Lambda, Redshift, SQL scripting. • Identify patterns affecting performance, reliability, or availability and remove them through automation or technical innovations • Drive continuous improvement using data-driven methodologies (Six Sigma principles preferred) to reduce jam DPMO and improve equipment reliability Jam Reduction & Process Improvement: • Lead and execute complex jam reduction initiatives across multiple regions- globally with strong self-directi

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