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Amazon • Richmond, Virginia, United States
Salary: $90,000 - $112,500 / year
Role & seniority: Automation Engineer (entry to mid-level, 2+ years PLC/automation experience acceptable)
Stack/tools: PLC/PC controllers; industrial networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus); motor control systems, servo drives, VFDs; SCADA; ladder logic/structure programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Codesys); material handling equipment (conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, print&apply)
Serve as site expert for maintaining critical automation systems and troubleshoot controls
Monitor MHE metrics, analyze performance, and drive continuous improvements with maintenance/operations
Provide first-level escalation support to technicians (local and remote) and perform building system assessments
Bachelor's degree in CS, EE, automation, or 2+ years in PLC programming/automation
Experience with PLC-based controls design, development, and support; ladder logic/structure programming
Able to work flexible schedule (including weekends, nights, holidays)
Experience with material handling flow/capacity and industrial control systems (hardware/software)
Familiarity with Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs; robust understanding of industrial networks
Location & work type: Richmond, VA, USA; on-site with flexible shift/work-area options (including non-standard hours)
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!
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’s more: We provide lightweight fire-resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety!
Key job 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
Work a 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 experience with Ladder Logic and
structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs Preferred
Qualifications: - Experience in dealing with material handling, flow and capacity
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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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 coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
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USA, VA, Richmond - 90,000.00 - 112,500.00 USD annually