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Amazon • Maryville, Tennessee, United States
Salary: $90,000 - $112,500 / year
Role & seniority: Automation Engineer (mid-level) focusing on reliability and performance in fulfillment centers
Stack/tools: PLC/PC controllers; industrial networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus); motor control (soft starters, VFDs, DC drives); servo drives; electrical distribution; SCADA; HMI; RSLogix5000, Studio 5000, FT View; Siemens/Allen-Bradley/Codesys PLCs; conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, print & apply systems
Serve as site expert for maintaining critical automation systems and troubleshooting control networks
Monitor MHE performance, analyze issues, and collaborate with maintenance/operations to drive improvements
Provide first-level escalation support and conduct building system assessments to optimize material handling
Bachelor’s in CS, electrical/automation engineering or 2+ years PLC/automation experience (process/production or robotics)
Experience with ladder logic/programming on Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys platforms
Knowledge of PLC/PC controllers, industrial networks, motor controls, servo/drive systems
Ability to work flexible hours (incl. weekends/nights/holidays)
Experience with HMI, control networks, preventive maintenance, and interpreting electrical/mechanical drawings
Proficiency in RSLogix5000, Studio 5000, FT View, and related controls software
Location & work type: Maryville, TN, USA — on-site with flexible shift/work
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
Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation
engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of process or production environment
related PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation
engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of robotics work cells and control
systems experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation
engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls
components, and automated equipment experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation
engineering, or equivalent, or 2+ years of Ladder Logic and structured
programming from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs experience Preferred
Qualifications: - Experience with HMI and control network components, including maintenance, troubleshooting, programming and design
Experience identifying, maintaining, and troubleshooting Motor Controls
including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard
electrical components
Experience with preventive maintenance procedures, industrial electrical,
industrial controls, and industrial electronics & robotics
Experience interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings
Experience programming with RSLogix5000, Studio 5000, FT View, and other
controls software platforms
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, TN, Maryville - 90,000.00 - 112,500.00 USD annually