Automation Engineer

Amazon; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce company in the UK is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to enhance control solutions for automated equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, training technicians, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have several years of experience with PLC systems and a Bachelor's degree. Excellent communication skills in English are required. Competitive compensation is offered along with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience with PLC-controlled automation.
• Ability to develop improvement strategies for code conformance.
• Experience supporting a wide range of conveyors and sortation systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high equipment availability by monitoring and repairing systems.
• Train technicians in basic control-system fault-finding.
• Participate in continuous-improvement projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting under high pressure

Fault-finding

Mechanical and electrical drawing interpretation

Microsoft Office

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

PLC systems

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Ignition

Visio

Job description

Job ID: 3027311 | Amazon UK Services Ltd.

We are looking to hire an experienced Automation Engineer to join our team at a highly automated and fast‑paced fulfillment center.

Purpose of the job

The focus of the Automation Engineer (CSS) role is to fault‑find, troubleshoot and improve control solutions for automated material‑handling equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print‑and‑apply systems, scales, HMI systems, and control cabinets. The CSS will also provide training to Engineering Technicians on device troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Be the site‑level subject‑matter expert (SME) for all control systems and sensors within the building, actively monitoring, fault‑finding, and repairing systems to ensure high equipment availability.
• Train technicians in basic control‑system fault‑finding to raise the site’s knowledge level.
• Work within the EU Controls network to enhance capability to monitor MHE metrics and provide visualization and data to internal customers.
• Actively participate in or own continuous‑improvement projects driven by the EU Automation network.
• Work with IT, EU Automation Engineering, and Operations Engineering to ensure all systems are correctly documented and backups are maintained.
• Support global teams in installing and commissioning new equipment.
• Support other EU sites as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Several years of experience with PLC‑controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process or production environment.
• At least a bachelor’s degree, or on track to obtain a bachelor’s degree within one year.
• Experience supporting a wide range of conveyors and sortation systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot under high pressure.
• Knowledge of IEC 61131‑3 and ability to develop improvement strategies for code conformance.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience with material‑handling flow and capacity visualisation and monitoring.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, Ignition, Visio, and AutoCAD.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and local language at CEFR Level B2 or higher.

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical training degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related fields.
• Understanding of ISO 13849, ISO 62061, and CE Machinery Directive.
• Experience in a multi‑site environment.
• Project‑management experience.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and process‑improvement techniques.

We look forward to receiving your application, preferably in English.

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