Senior Automation Engineer , MAN2 Reliability Maintenance Engineering

ENGINEERINGUK; Warrington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer for their Fulfillment Center in Warrington. The role involves designing and implementing control solutions for material handling systems, ensuring safety standards, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have extensive experience with PLC systems, AutoCAD, and strong analytical skills. This is a permanent, full-time position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in control systems including PLC design.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, designing, and documenting control solutions.
• Preparing specifications and analyzing engineering solutions.
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Team-oriented Attitude

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

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Senior Automation Engineer, MAN2 Reliability Maintenance Engineering

View more categories View less categories Sector Engineering, Operations and Facilities Management, Technology Role Senior Executive Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time

DESCRIPTION

At Amazon, we are seeking an experienced Senior Automation Engineer to join our team at the Fulfillment Center (FC) in MAN2, Warrington. This role prioritizes safety and involves troubleshooting, designing, implementing, and documenting control solutions for material handling systems. The engineer will liaise with internal and external resources, provide training to RME Technicians, and ensure safety standards are met.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Preparing specifications and technical details for equipment, materials, and services.
2. Diagnosing PLC control issues and developing PLC ladder code changes.
3. Familiarity with Siemens and/or Allen Bradley PLC processes and I/O modules.
4. Analyzing and testing engineering solutions and components.
5. Collaborating with IT, FC Software, and Operations Engineering to develop controls knowledge and training materials.
6. Conducting incident follow-up, root cause analysis, and documentation.
7. Designing industrial engineering solutions for material handling modules within Europe.
8. Producing technical documentation, including flow diagrams, layouts, and schedules.
9. Supporting the commissioning of new automation systems.
10. Participating in control projects and initiatives at local and EU levels.
11. Applying value engineering and analysis techniques.
12. Adhering to health and safety procedures and proactively addressing potential issues.
13. Using AutoCAD for schematic and conveyor layout development and maintenance.
14. Ensuring compliance with industry standards such as QS 9000 and ISO 9001.
15. Contributing to the Control System SharePoint site and maintaining updated documentation.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in control systems, including PLC design, development, and support.
• Experience with Siemens and/or Allen Bradley PLC troubleshooting.
• AutoCAD experience in control layout and schematics.
• Knowledge of material handling, flow, and capacity optimization.
• Strong analytical skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Effective communication skills in a multilingual environment.
• Self-motivated, customer-focused, and proactive.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Advanced experience in industrial engineering, project management, and implementation.

We look forward to your application, preferably in English. Amazon values diversity and makes hiring decisions based on experience and skills. Your data will be handled according to our privacy policies, and accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For more information, visit our Privacy Notice and accommodations page.

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