Senior Automation Engineer

Amazon is a global e-commerce and technology company known for speed, accuracy, and exceptional service in delivering products worldwide.
Shreveport, LA, USA
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Robotics · Logistics

Description For Senior Automation Engineer

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, scanners, and SCADA devices.

The role involves 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. Your responsibilities include maintaining automation systems, collaborating with various teams, and providing technical support for PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks.

You'll work with cutting-edge automation technology including Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, and servo drives. The position requires strong technical expertise in electrical systems, robotics, and controls components. You'll be responsible for monitoring metrics, providing escalation support, and facilitating failure analysis to drive continuous improvement.

Amazon offers competitive compensation including comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one, 401(k) matching, and generous parental leave. You'll be part of a team that's essential to Amazon's operational success, working in a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact on the company's automation systems and mentor the next generation of engineers.

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Responsibilities For Senior Automation Engineer

  • Serve as the site expert for maintaining automation systems critical to operations
  • Collaborate with building Operations, Engineering teams, and Safety to support MHE systems optimization
  • Maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems including PLC/PC controllers
  • Monitor MHE metrics and address system performance issues
  • Provide second-level escalation support to site technicians and automation engineers
  • Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes
  • Perform and analyze building System Assessments
  • Mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional teams

Requirements For Senior Automation Engineer

Java
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical/mechanical engineering or 4+ years professional experience
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science/electrical engineering or 4+ years PLC programming experience
  • 2+ years of 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 programming experience
  • 2+ years of electrical theory and automated equipment experience
  • Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Benefits For Senior Automation Engineer

Medical Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits starting Day 1
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Up to 20 weeks paid parental leave
  • Lightweight fire-resistant daily wear provided
  • Composite toe safety shoes provided

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