Automation Solutions Engineer, Reliability and Automation Engineering Team (RAE)
Description For Automation Solutions Engineer, Reliability and Automation Engineering Team (RAE)
Amazon's Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering (RME) Central Services is seeking an Automation Solutions Engineer to join their team. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance across Amazon's fulfillment centers. The position involves working with advanced automation systems, including conveyors, sortation systems, and SCADA devices.
The role requires extensive knowledge of industrial control systems, electrical systems, and automation technologies. You'll be responsible for troubleshooting complex technical issues, mentoring team members, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers significant growth opportunities within Amazon's vast technical infrastructure.
As an Automation Solutions Engineer, you'll collaborate with multiple teams, including FC Operations, Engineering, and Safety teams, to optimize material handling equipment systems and implement new projects. The role requires up to 70% travel, making it ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on problem-solving across different locations.
Amazon offers competitive compensation ranging from $116,300 to $201,200 per year, depending on location and experience. The company provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, parental leave options, PTO, and a 401(k) plan. This position represents an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technology while making a significant impact on Amazon's global operations.
The ideal candidate will combine strong technical skills with leadership abilities, bringing experience in industrial automation, controls systems, and electrical engineering. If you're passionate about automation technology and want to work at the forefront of logistics innovation, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and career growth.
Responsibilities For Automation Solutions Engineer, Reliability and Automation Engineering Team (RAE)
- Coordinate and plan work activities for Control Systems Engineers
- Work closely with various teams including FC Operations, Operations Engineering, FC Start-up
- Understand, maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems
- Monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations
- Act as first level escalation support for site level Control Systems Engineers
- Mentor CSEs, CSLs and CSTs within assigned building
- Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes
- Partner with operations leadership, equipment vendors and parts suppliers
- Travel up to 70%
Requirements For Automation Solutions Engineer, Reliability and Automation Engineering Team (RAE)
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or other related engineering field OR 5+ years of equivalent professional experience
- 3+ years of experience in an Automation Solutions Engineer or similar role
- Experience with electrical theory, robotics, controls components and automated equipment
- Knowledge on programming software such as RSLogix, Studio 5000, FT View, and other controls software platforms
- Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying motor controls
- Industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting
- Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing electrical drawings and schematics
Benefits For Automation Solutions Engineer, Reliability and Automation Engineering Team (RAE)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plan
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