Automation Engineer , SAN5 RME

Overview

Job ID: | Amazon.com Services LLC

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. The Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it 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!

About the Role: As an Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in our fulfillment centers by providing proactive controls automation and technical support. You will troubleshoot complex control systems, analyze performance metrics, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize MHE systems and implement innovative projects. You will work with state-of-the-art technology, including conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and SCADA devices and programs. Through your efforts, you will directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazon's signature speed and accuracy.

What We Offer

Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, a matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. We also provide lightweight fire-resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for safety.

Key Responsibilities You will serve as the site expert for maintaining the automation systems that are critical for operations You will 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 You will monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations to address system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations You will provide first-level escalation support for site technicians, both locally and remotely You will perform and analyze building System Assessments to enhance material handling system performance Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience Flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays Experience in PLC-based controls design, development, implementation and support Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of Ladder Logic and structured programming experience with Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs Preferred Qualifications Experience in dealing with material handling, flow and capacity Experience with Industrial control systems, both hardware and software

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include safe work practices, cooperation with staff, maintaining standards of excellence under stress, and complying with laws and company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse relationship with some duties. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance and option for supplemental life plans, EAP, mental health support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at

Location: USA, CA, San Diego – 90,000.00 to 112,500.00 USD annually

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