Senior Automation Engineer

Amazon's Operations division is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join their Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team. This role is crucial in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in Amazon's fulfillment centers through proactive controls automation and technical support. The position involves working with state-of-the-art technology including conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, and SCADA systems.

As a Senior Automation Engineer, you'll be responsible for troubleshooting complex control systems, analyzing performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems. The role requires expertise in PLC programming, automation engineering, and robotics control systems.

The position offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare from day one, 401(k) matching, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. You'll work in a dynamic environment where you'll collaborate with various teams including Operations, FC Start-up Team, AFT Software teams, and Safety to support system optimization and project implementation.

This role is perfect for someone who has strong technical skills in automation and controls, enjoys problem-solving complex systems, and wants to make a direct impact on Amazon's world-class logistics operations. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology while ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazon's signature speed and accuracy.

The ideal candidate will have experience with industrial electrical systems, SCADA systems, and various programming software platforms. You'll need to be comfortable working flexible schedules and providing technical leadership in a fast-paced environment. Join our team and help shape the future of Amazon's automated fulfillment operations while growing your career in automation engineering.