Senior Automation Engineer
Job Description
Operations is at the heart of Amazon's business, delivering tens of thousands of products worldwide daily. As a Senior Automation Engineer in the Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team, you'll play a crucial role in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in fulfillment centers. You'll work with state-of-the-art technology including conveyors, sortation systems, and SCADA devices, while providing proactive controls automation and technical support.
Your responsibilities include troubleshooting complex control systems, analyzing performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You'll mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems. The role requires expertise in PLC/PC controllers, industrial networks, and electrical distribution systems.
The position offers competitive compensation ($102,600 - $163,000 based on location), comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one, a matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. You'll work in a dynamic environment that values innovation and operational excellence, directly impacting Amazon's ability to deliver products to customers with signature speed and accuracy.
Key technical areas include working with Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys Ladder Logic, robotics work cells, and control systems. You'll need to be comfortable with both hands-on technical work and leadership responsibilities, including mentoring team members and communicating with senior leadership. The role requires flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays, and physical capabilities to perform maintenance tasks.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced automation professional looking to work with cutting-edge technology while making a significant impact on one of the world's largest logistics operations. Join us in shaping the future of automated fulfillment while building your career with a global technology leader.
Responsibilities For Senior Automation Engineer
- Apply Subject Matter Expertise (SME) on troubleshooting and dive deeps for engineering issues
- Collaborate with building Operations, Operations Engineering teams, and other teams to support MHE systems optimization
- Understand, maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems
- Monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations to address system performance issues
- Provide escalation support to automation engineers
- Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes
- Perform and analyze building System Assessments
- Communicate technical issues and project timelines to leadership
- Move up to 49lbs and stand/walk during shifts up to 12 hours
Requirements For Senior Automation Engineer
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 4+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience
- 2+ years of process or production environment related PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis experience
- 2+ years of robotics work cells and control systems experience
- 2+ years of Siemens, Allen-Bradley or Codesys Ladder Logic and structure programming experience
- 2+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience
- Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
Benefits For Senior Automation Engineer
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1
- Matching 401(k) program
- Up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave
- Lightweight fire-resistant daily wear provided
- Composite toe safety shoes provided
