Sr. Reg Automation Eng
Listed on 2026-07-21
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Systems Engineer
About the Role
As the Senior Regional Automation Engineer, you will engage on all aspects of high‑level support for the control systems within a region of Amazon sites. This work includes direct field engagement for launch and existing facilities; commissioning; on‑call; continuous improvement; change management; project management; training; security; infrastructure; and systems administration. You will deliver this through the use of statistics and data analytics, structured problem solving, implementation of global support mechanisms, system performance monitoring tools, identification and dissemination of best practices.
In this role you will also develop and implement standard operating procedures, optimal code/parameter sets, performance metrics, and feedback mechanisms to ensure reliability and operational efficiency of our equipment.
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 your safety.
Key Job Responsibilities- Understand and troubleshoot material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, industrial networks (Ethernet, Control Net, Device Net, Profibus, Profinet, ASi), motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Apply subject‑matter expertise on troubleshooting and deep dive for engineering issues, supporting a region of onsite automation engineers to investigate root causes and plan actions to eliminate or mitigate downtime of critical assets.
- Program and source code for in‑house built solutions based on PLC or PC controllers and SCADA/OEE platforms.
- Develop solutions related to automation systems.
- Project manage large‑scale initiatives that require coordination of site‑based Automation Engineers to achieve business goals.
- Create, optimize, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for machine efficiency, availability, and quality, generating reports for improvement.
- Communicate with vendors and senior leadership to plan and coordinate technical resolutions for local teams or network‑wide issues.
- Provide technical guidance and decision making for collaboration projects or initiatives with other Amazon teams, acting as a key stakeholder in supporting technical and major network support requests.
- Provide 24/7 on‑call rotational support for hardware and software systems across multiple sites.
- Travel up to 80% of the time.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 7+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience.
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
- 7+ years of industrial controls and automation experience.
- 7+ years of process or production environment related PLC‑controlled automation and issue diagnosis experience.
- 7+ years of robotics work cells and control systems experience.
- 7+ years of Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, or Codesys Ladder Logic and structured programming experience.
- 7+ years of electrical theory, robotics, control components, and automated equipment experience.
- Advanced degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field.
- Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and designing HMI and control network components.
- Experience programming with RSLogix
5000, Studio 5000, FT View, and other controls software platforms. - Master's degree or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
- Experience leading controls in manufacturing or complex industrial environments.
- USA, CA, Jurupa Valley: – USD annually
- USA, IN, Plainfield: – USD annually
- USA, KS, Kansas City: – USD annually
- USA, MN, Brooklyn Park: – USD annually
- USA, MN, Minneapolis: – USD annually
- USA, MN, Plymouth: – USD annually
- USA, MO, Berkeley: – USD annually
- USA, NJ, Avenel: – USD annually
- USA, TX, Austin: – USD annually
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