Automation Engineer, Reliability Maintenance Engineering

Amazon Operations is seeking an Automation Engineer (AE) to join their Reliability Maintenance Engineering team. The role focuses on fault-finding, troubleshooting, and improving controls solutions for automated material handling equipment in Amazon's Global Warehouse & Delivery Network.

Key responsibilities include:

• Being the site-level Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all controls systems and sensors
• Training technicians in control systems fault-finding
• Participating in continuous improvement projects
• Working with IT, EU Controls Engineering, and Operations Engineering to maintain system documentation
• Supporting the installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Providing support to other sites in the EU network as needed

The ideal candidate should have:

• Experience with PLC controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process environment
• Expertise in supporting various conveyors and sortation systems
• Skills in material handling, flow, and capacity visualization and monitoring
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, Ignition, Visio, and AutoCAD
• Strong communication skills in English and the local language (CEFR Level B2 or higher)

Preferred qualifications include:

• Degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related fields
• Understanding of ISO 13849 & 62061
• Familiarity with CE Machinery Directive
• Experience in a multi-site environment
• Project management experience
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, data analysis, and process improvement techniques

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