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Amazon • Byhalia, Mississippi, United States
Salary: $114,000 - $148,200 / year
Role & seniority: Senior Automation Engineer (senior/lead level) in Reliability & Maintenance Engineering for fulfillment centers
Stack/tools: PLC/PC controllers; industrial networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus); motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives; SCADA; Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys ladder logic; robotics work cells; MHE systems (conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, print/apply)
Apply SME on troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and downtime mitigation for critical assets; lead automation issue resolution
Collaborate with Operations, FC Start-up, software teams, safety, and other groups to optimize MHE systems and implement projects
Monitor MHE performance, analyze metrics, provide escalation support (on-site and remote), and drive continuous improvement and design optimization
BS in CS, EE, Automation or 4+ years PLC/automation engineering experience
4+ years in PLC-controlled automation, robotics work cells, and control systems
4+ years with Siemens/Allen-Bradley/Codesys ladder logic; knowledge of electrical theory and automated equipment
Ability to work flexible schedules (including weekends/nights/holidays); physical ability to lift up to 49 lbs and climb
Master’s degree or Six Sigma Black Belt
Experience leading controls in manufacturing or complex industrial environments
Experience interpreting/modifying mechanical/elect
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 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 apply Subject Matter Expertise (SME) on troubleshooting and dive
deeps for engineering issues, supporting automation engineers to investigate the
root cause and planning actions to eliminate/mitigate the downtime of critical
assets
You will collaborate with building Operations, Operations Engineering teams,
FC Start-up Team, AFT Software teams, ACES team, and Safety to support MHE
systems optimization and project implementation
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 escalation support to automation engineers, during and after
business hours, troubleshooting locally and remotely, to ensure that all
hardware or controls software within the building is repaired on time
You must be able to move up to 49lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up
to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation, as well
as perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the
waist and above the head Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 4+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or
holidays
4+ years of process or production environment related PLC-controlled
automation and issue diagnosis experience
4+ years of robotics work cells and control systems experience
4+ years of Siemens, Allen-Bradley or Codesys Ladder Logic and structure
programming experience
4+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated
equipment experience Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent
Master's degree, or Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Experience leading controls in manufacturing or complex industrial
environments
Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Motor
Controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and
standard electrical components
Experience interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings
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.
Learn more about our benefits at https: //amazon.jobs/en/benefits
[https: //amazon.jobs/en/benefits].
USA, MS, Byhalia - 114,000.00 - 148,200.00 USD annually