Amazon.com Services LLC
Operations
SeniorAutomationEngineer
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“Senior Automation Engineer at Amazon.com Services LLC. Skills: Automation engineering, Control systems, Robotics, PLC programming. Apply SME on troubleshooting. Dive deeps for engineering issues”
What You'll Achieve.
Maximize equipment reliability; Maximize operational performance; Enhance site throughput; Ensure customer orders delivered; Build team capabilities; Drive operational excellence
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting complex control systems; Analyzing performance metrics; Root cause analysis
Flexible schedule, Weekend shifts, Night shifts, Holiday shifts, Move up to 49lbs, Stand and walk up to 12 hours, Climb ladders, Climb gangways, Bending, Lifting, Stretching, Reaching, On-call support
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree or 4+ years experience, 4+ years PLC programming experience, 4+ years automation engineering experience, 4+ years process/production PLC automation experience, 4+ years robotics work cells experience, 4+ years controls systems experience, 4+ years Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Codesys Ladder Logic experience, 4+ years electrical theory experience, 4+ years robotics experience, 4+ years automated equipment experience, Work flexible schedule/shift/work area, Move up to 49lbs, Stand and walk during shifts up to 12 hours, Climb ladders and gangways, Perform bending, lifting, stretching, reaching
Nice to Have
Master's degree, Six Sigma Black Belt certification, Experience leading controls in manufacturing, Experience leading controls in industrial environments, Experience identifying motor controls, Experience maintaining motor controls, Experience troubleshooting motor controls, Experience modifying 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
What You'll Do.
Apply SME on troubleshooting
Dive deeps for engineering issues
Support automation engineers
Investigate root cause
Plan actions to eliminate downtime
Plan actions to mitigate downtime
Collaborate with building Operations
Collaborate with Operations Engineering teams
Collaborate with FC Start-up Team
Collaborate with AFT Software teams
Collaborate with ACES team
Collaborate with Safety
Support MHE systems optimization
Support project implementation
Understand material handling control systems
Maintain material handling control systems
Troubleshoot material handling control systems
Partner with maintenance
Partner with operations
Address system performance issues
Provide analysis across operations
Provide escalation support
Troubleshoot remotely
Repair controls software
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Building Operations; Operations Engineering teams; FC Start-up Team; AFT Software teams; ACES team; Safety team
Communication Scope
Technical leadership
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. 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 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 a Senior 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 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. 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 technical leadership and design optimization efforts, you'll directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazon's 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, there’s 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: - You will apply Subject Matter Expertise (S
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