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Description
Operations is at the heart of Amazon’s business. We are known for our speed, accuracy, and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide, every day. Reliability Maintenance & Engineering (RME) are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen. We drive continuous improvement, and maintain all of the Robotics and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us, on our journey!
The Automation Engineer is an on-site full time (40 hours/week) role.
This is NOT a corporate or remote position and will be located on-site in a fulfillment center, sort center, or delivery station environment.
Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. But wait, there is more: We provide lightweight fire resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety!
Key job responsibilities
About the Role
A proactive automation controls and technical support role for fulfillment center operations, focusing on maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and SCADA devices and programs.
What Do We Offer?
Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. But wait, there is more: We provide lightweight fire resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
•Site expert to maintaining automation systems necessary for operations
•Work closely with building Operations, Operations Engineering, FC Start up Team, AFT Software teams, ACES team, and Safety in supporting MHE systems optimization and project implementation
•Understand, maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
•Monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations for system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations.
•Act as first level escalation support for site technicians, during and after business hours, troubleshooting locally and remotely and repair all hardware or controls software systems within the building
•Appropriately escalate downtime situations to vendors or headquarters for support to restore equipment operation.
•Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes and implement process improvements or retraining to avoid future incidents
•Perform, Utilize, and provide analysis building System Assessments to assess material handling system performance and drive continuous improvement
•Communicate technical issues and project timelines with building leadership, operations and the maintenance team. Explain production impacts.
Basic Qualifications
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Currently working toward Bachelor’s degree with a graduation date between May 2023 through August 2025
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or automation engineering,
• Ability to work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Experience with PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process or production environment.
•Experience with robotics work cells and its control systems
•Experience with Ladder Logic and structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs
•Experience with electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment
•Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and designing HMI and control network components
•Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Motor Controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components
•Industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems
•Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings
•Experience identifying, maintaining, and utilizing SCADA systems and KPIs
•Familiarity with programming software such as RSLogix5000 studio, FT View, and other controls software platforms
•Systems controls design or programming experience
•Systems integration experience
•Field service engineering experience systems trainer or training experience
•Experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems Excellent written, verbal and customer service skills
•Proven history of remote technical support
•Experience driving continuous improvement or programmatic solutions in relation to automated equipment.
•Experience with advanced automation controls systems Experience with industrial robotics
•Experience with ASRS systems
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $81,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $123,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.