Automation Engineer , RME AIR; Fulfillment & Operations

Job  |  Services LLC

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. Your expertise will be essential in troubleshooting complex control systems, analyzing performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems and implement innovative projects.

You’ll 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’ll directly contribute to ensuring our customers receive their orders with Amazon's signature speed and accuracy.

• 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, Control Net, Device Net, 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

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
• Experience in PLC based controls design, development, implementation and support

• Experience in dealing with material handling, flow and capacity
• Experience with Industrial control systems, both hardware and software

The base salary range for this position is USD 90,000.00 to USD  annually. The compensation package includes sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs) and is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance, and optional supplemental life plans), employee assistance programs, mental health support, medical advice line, flexible spending accounts, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

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