Amazon.com LLC
Hardware Development, fulfillment technology and robotics
Electrical&ControlsDesignHardwareEngineer,OneMHS-ElectricalandControlEngineering,ArchandDesign
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“Electrical & Controls Design Hardware Engineer, One MHS - Electrical and Control Engineering, Arch and Design at Amazon.com LLC. Skills: Electrical design, Controls engineering, Power systems, Material handling. Design power and controls systems. Develop electrical layouts”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Problem-solving abilities
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, 4+ years of experience, Deep understanding of EtherCAT, Knowledge of VFD selection, Proficiency with IPCs, Proficiency with PLC programming, Proficiency with SCADA system design, Extensive experience with sensor technologies, Extensive experience with encoders, Extensive experience with safety circuits, Extensive experience with safety devices, Experience with 3-phase power distribution, Experience with single-phase power distribution, Proven ability to conduct audits, Proficiency in electrical design software, Excellent written communication skills, Excellent oral communication skills, Excellent organizational skills, Ability to handle competing priorities
Nice to Have
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Professional Engineer (PE) license, Experience with material handling systems, Knowledge of UL 508A panel design, Familiarity with NFPA 70E, Familiarity with arc flash analysis, Experience with energy management, Experience with power quality analysis, Experience with cross-belt sorters, Experience with complex material handling systems, Familiarity with IoT platforms, Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts
What You'll Do.
Design power and controls systems
Develop electrical layouts
Develop control architectures
Develop panel standardization
Design modular power systems
Design scalable power systems
Establish best practices
Develop single-line diagrams
Develop power distribution schematics
Develop panel schedules
Design industrial communication networks
Develop control system architectures
Specify Variable Frequency Drives
Configure Variable Frequency Drives
Integrate Variable Frequency Drives
Select safety devices
Specify safety devices
Integrate safety devices
Design safety systems
Implement safety systems
Conduct in-field installation audits
Verify compliance with design specifications
Verify compliance with quality standards
Verify compliance with NEC code
Review electrical drawings
Review controls drawings
Review electrical specifications
Review controls specifications
Audit electrical system designs
Identify design opportunities
Develop superior solutions
Ensure designs comply with NEC
Ensure installations comply with NEC
Stay current with NEC code revisions
Stay current with NFPA updates
Stay current with industry regulatory changes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Provide technical guidance
Mentor junior engineers
Support commissioning activities
Support troubleshooting activities
Support startup activities
Develop design standards
Maintain design standards
Develop best practices
Maintain best practices
Support documentation development
Ensure knowledge transfer
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Mechanical engineering; Software engineering; Project management
Communication Scope
Written communication; Oral communication
Process & Methodology
Project delivery
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Electrical & Controls Engineer to serve as a technical contributor for electrical power systems and controls engineering within One MHS (One Material Handling Systems). This role will be responsible for the complete design, development, and implementation of electrical power distribution and control systems for material handling projects, focusing on safety, scalability, and operational excellence. As part of OneMHS, you will contribute to how we design, build, and operate material handling capabilities through advanced electrical and controls engineering. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in electrical power system design, controls engineering, industrial communication protocols, and automation platforms for complex material handling systems including conveyance and sortation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineering, software, and project management to deliver robust electrical and controls solutions while ensuring compliance with NEC code and industry standards. This role requires deep technical expertise spanning both electrical power design and controls engineering — as well as the tactical execution to deliver high-quality, standardized designs that promote excellence in project delivery. Key job responsibilities Power Systems Design & Distribution • Design all power and controls systems related to MH projects, including 3-phase and single-phase power distribution systems • Develop electrical layouts, schematics, control architectures, and panel standardization for material handling applications • Design modular and scalable power distribution systems that prioritize reliability, maintainability, and performance • Establish best practices for panel placement, grounding, and safety circuit design • Develop single-line diagrams, power distribution schematics, and panel schedules to support facility and equipment power needs Controls Engineering & Commun
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