Sr. Reg Automation Eng
About The Role
As the Senior Regional Automation Engineer, you will engage on all aspects of high-level support for the control systems within a region of Amazon sites. This work takes the form of direct field engagement for launch and existing facilities, commissioning, on-call, continuous improvement, change management, project management, training, security, infrastructure and systems administration. You will deliver this through the use of statistics and data analytics, structured problem solving, implementation of global support mechanisms, system performance monitoring tools, identification and dissemination of best practices. In this role, you will also develop and implement standard operating procedures, optimal code/parameter sets, performance metrics, and feedback mechanisms to ensure reliability and operational efficiency of our equipment.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Understand and troubleshoot material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, industrial networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, Profinet, ASi), motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
- Apply Subject Matter Expertise (SME) on troubleshooting and dive deeps for engineering issues, supporting a region of onsite automation engineers to investigate the root cause and planning actions to eliminate/mitigate the downtime of critical assets
- Programming and source coding for in-house built solutions based in PLC or PC controllers and SCADA/OEE platforms
- Develop solutions related to Automation Systems
- Project Management (PM) of large-scale initiatives that will require work activities coordination of site-based Automation Engineers (AE) to accomplish goals of the business
- Create, optimize and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for control the efficiency, availability and quality of the machines, generating reports for improvement purposes
- Communicate with Vendors and senior leadership to plan and coordinate technical resolutions for local teams or network wide issues
- Provide technical guidance and decision making for collaboration projects or initiatives with other Amazon teams, being a key stakeholder in supporting technical and major network support requests
- Provide 24/7 on-call rotational support for hardware and software systems across multiple sites
- Travel up to 80%
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 7+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
- 7+ years of industrial controls and automation experience
- 7+ years of process or production environment related PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis experience
- 7+ years of robotics work cells and control systems experience
- 7+ years of Siemens, Allen-Bradley or Codesys Ladder Logic and structure programming experience
- 7+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field
- Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and designing HMI and control network components
- Experience programming with RSLogix5000, Studio 5000, FT View, and other controls software platforms
- Master's degree, or Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- Experience leading Controls in manufacturing or complex industrial environments
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1 (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)
- Matching 401(k) program
- Up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave
- Lightweight fire-resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes
Pay
Base salary range: $135,000.00 - $175,500.00 USD annually, plus sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Available locations: CA (Jurupa Valley), IN (Plainfield), KS (Kansas City), MN (Brooklyn Park, Minneapolis, Plymouth), MO (Berkeley), NJ (Avenel), TX (Austin).
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