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. 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 serve as a technical leader, mentoring junior engineers and leading 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 the opportunity to work with Amazon's cutting-edge fulfillment center technology, ensuring millions of customers receive their orders with Amazon's signature speed and accuracy. You'll collaborate with various teams including Operations, FC Start-up Team, AFT Software teams, and Safety to support system optimization and project implementation.

Amazon provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare starting Day 1, 401(k) matching, and generous parental leave. The role requires hands-on experience with industrial automation, strong technical problem-solving skills, and the ability to work flexible schedules. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced automation professionals looking to impact global operations at scale while working with advanced robotics and automation systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering or computer science, demonstrated experience with PLC programming and robotics control systems, and the ability to lead technical initiatives while mentoring other engineers. Join Amazon's RME team to drive innovation in automation and contribute to the future of e-commerce operations.