Amazon's Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering (RME) Central Services is seeking an Automation Solutions Engineer to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technology in Amazon's fulfillment centers. The position combines hands-on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance.
As an Automation Solutions Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining and optimizing complex material handling systems, including conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, and SCADA devices. You'll work closely with various teams across Amazon's fulfillment network, providing technical leadership and support for critical automation infrastructure.
The role requires strong technical skills in both hardware and software domains, including experience with PLCs, industrial networks, and modern programming languages. You'll be expected to troubleshoot complex systems, mentor technical team members, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $116,300 to $201,200 per year, depending on location and experience. Amazon provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k), and parental leave options. The role requires up to 70% travel and can be based in various US locations with airport access.
The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with leadership abilities, demonstrating both hands-on technical skills and the ability to guide and mentor others. This role presents an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about automation technology to make a significant impact at scale within Amazon's global operations network.
If you're excited about working with cutting-edge automation technology, leading technical teams, and solving complex operational challenges, this role offers the perfect blend of technical depth and leadership opportunity within one of the world's most innovative companies.