Automation Engineer

Amazon; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking an Automation Engineer who will optimize automated systems at our Nottingham site. This role involves troubleshooting key systems, collaborating on technical projects, and ensuring efficient operation of material handling equipment. Successful candidates will have a strong technical background and experience in PLC automation, with opportunities for progression in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC-controlled environments and material handling systems.
• Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English.
• Experience working within ISO frameworks such as ISO 13849 and ISO 62061.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and troubleshoot issues with automated systems.
• Collaborate on continuous improvement projects.
• Support installation of new equipment and training of technicians.

Skills

PLC-controlled automation

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Process improvement techniques

Mechanical and electrical drawings interpretation

Education

Degree in computer science, electrical engineering or a related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Ladder Logic

Ignition SCADA

EPLAN

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Description

Operations is at the heart of everything Amazon does, and automation is one of the ways we optimise our processes. As an Automation Engineer, you’ll make sure that our automated systems are working at their best so that our customers get their orders on time. By exploring data on everything from control systems to sensors, you’ll maximise the availability of equipment at your sites. This role puts you at the forefront of Amazon’s emerging technology to solve complex productivity challenges.

Description

Operations is at the heart of everything Amazon does, and automation is one of the ways we optimise our processes. As an Automation Engineer, you’ll make sure that our automated systems are working at their best so that our customers get their orders on time. By exploring data on everything from control systems to sensors, you’ll maximise the availability of equipment at your sites. This role puts you at the forefront of Amazon’s emerging technology to solve complex productivity challenges.

Key job responsibilities

Monitor, troubleshoot and repair issues with key systems

Work with the EU Controls network to monitor Material Handling Equipment (MHE) metrics

Provide data visualisations of troubleshooting to internal stakeholders

Own or actively participate in continuous improvement projects run by the EU Controls network

Work with different departments to ensure all systems are correctly documented and that accurate backup libraries are maintained

Work with global colleagues to install and commission new equipment

Support other sites in the EU Controls network as needed

Interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, and develop improvement strategies for code conforming to IEC 61131-3

A day in the life

As an Automation Engineer, you’ll be the site expert when it comes to keeping key automated systems running smoothly. You’ll be working with our automation machinery, from conveyors to sortation systems, and ensuring they’re working efficiently. If something has gone wrong or can be done better, you’ll take the lead in coming up with and implementing a solution.

You’ll also share your expertise with your close colleagues. You’ll be keeping your Engineering Technicians up to date with device troubleshooting and preventative maintenance control training, so that your team can keep our automation systems in order.

About The Team

Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering or RME team keep our equipment performing at its best. We're a technically minded team, made up of excellent team players and guided by experienced leaders. We work together to maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment across our global network of fulfilment centres. Some of our people are leaders, who oversee the team as they work on exciting technology – some of which only exists at Amazon.

From installing automated packaging systems to overseeing the general maintenance of a site to repairing key distribution equipment, our team handles most aspects of Amazon’s technical side. This includes keeping buildings legally compliant, so everyone is safe, and our sites are operating at maximum efficiency. There are lots of opportunities for progression, both within the RME team and more widely across Amazon.

Everything we do focuses on reducing downtime in Amazon’s crucial operations sites, so customers get their orders on time. We often work during early or late hours to carry out maintenance with minimal disruption, including night shifts. If we spot a better way to do something, we have the skills and the opportunity to develop and introduce completely new processes or cutting-edge tech like Amazon Robotics and our Complex Item Sorter.

Basic Qualifications

Relevant experience with PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process or production environment

Relevant experience supporting different conveyors and sortation systems

Relevant experience dealing with material handling, flow and capacity visualisation, and monitoring

Experience With At Least One Of The Following Tools

Microsoft Office, project management tools and EPLAN

Ladder Logic and structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Brady or Codesys PLCs

Ignition SCADA or similar platform and Human Machine Interface (HMI)

EthernetIP, Profinet, Profibus and AS-i or other fieldbus networks

VFDs, safety gateways and input and output devices

Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English and local language

Preferred Qualifications

A degree in computer science, electrical engineering, industrial electronics or another technical subject

Experience working within ISO 13849 and ISO 62061 frameworks

Experience working in a multi-site environment

Project management experience with multiple frameworks such as Agile and Waterfall

Experience of Six Sigma, data analysis or process improvement techniques

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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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.


Company - Amazon UK Services Ltd.

Job ID: A3017025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Other and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Software Development

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