Senior Automation Engineer

Senior Automation Engineer Job ID: | Amazon.com Services LLC About the Role 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 Key Responsibilities Apply subject matter expertise on troubleshooting and dive deep for engineering issues, supporting automation engineers to investigate root cause and plan actions to eliminate or mitigate downtime of critical assets. 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. 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. Monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations to address system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations. 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. Appropriately elevate downtime situations to vendors or leadership for support to restore equipment operation. Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes to drive continuous improvement. Perform and analyze building System Assessments to enhance material handling system performance. Communicate technical issues and project timelines clearly to senior leadership, operations staff and maintenance teams. Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation. Climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation. Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head. Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists. 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. 2+ years of process or production environment related PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis experience. 2+ years of robotics work cells and control systems experience. 2+ years of Siemens, Allen-Bradley or Codesys Ladder Logic and structure programming experience. 2+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience. Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Preferred Qualifications Experience acting in a team lead capacity, supporting, training, and mentoring less experienced automation engineering professionals. Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Motor Controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components. Hands‑on industrial electrical experience, including 480V 3‑phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems. Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings. Experience identifying, maintaining, and utilizing SCADA systems and KPIs. Experience with programming software such as 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. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $102,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $163,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. Posted: December 4, 2025 (Updated 7 days ago) #J-18808-Ljbffr