Automation Engineer

Amazon's logistics is at the heart of their operations, where automation plays a crucial role in optimizing processes. As an Automation Engineer at Amazon, you'll be responsible for ensuring automated systems function optimally to guarantee timely customer deliveries. The role involves working within the Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team, a diverse group of technicians and engineers led by experienced managers.

You'll be working with various automated equipment, from conveyor belts to sorting systems, ensuring their seamless operation. The position requires expertise in PLC-controlled automation, error diagnostics, and maintenance of material transport systems. You'll be responsible for coordinating troubleshooting activities, implementing improvements, and sharing technical knowledge with colleagues.

The RME team is crucial in maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting equipment across Amazon's global network of fulfillment centers. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, some of which is unique to Amazon, including automated packaging systems and Amazon Robotics. The team operates during various shifts to minimize disruption to operations and constantly seeks innovative solutions to improve processes.

This role offers excellent career advancement opportunities within the RME team and throughout Amazon. The position requires advanced English and German language skills, technical expertise, and a strong background in automation and control systems. You'll be part of a team that's essential to keeping Amazon's most critical operational sites running efficiently, ensuring customers receive their orders on time.