Controls Integration Engineer, One MHS | Systems Integration and Flow

Amazon; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 129,200 - 174,800; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is hiring a Controls Integration Engineer to lead on-site deployment, integration, and commissioning of automated material-handling equipment, including sorters and conveyors.

You will configure IPCs, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks, perform I/O checks, and support system handover. Candidates should have PLC/networking experience and be willing to travel up to 50% for engagements across sites.

Qualifications

• Experience with networking fundamentals and field deployment.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% for on-site commissioning.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP).

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site commissioning for sorters, conveyors, and work cells.
• Configure and validate IPCs, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks.
• Troubleshoot on-site integration issues across controls and networks.
• Document issues and resolutions for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with integrators, vendors, and internal teams during deployment.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

On-site deployment

Willingness to travel

Tools

C++

C#

Java

Python

Job description

Controls Integration Engineer, One MHS | Systems Integration and Flow

Job ID: 3194774 | Amazon.com Services LLC - A57

Job Overview

The Controls Integration Engineer is responsible for the on‑site deployment, integration, and commissioning of automated material handling equipment such as sorters, conveyor systems, and automated work cells. This role is highly execution‑focused and hands‑on, owning the technical bring‑up of Industrial PCs (IPCs), PLCs, industrial networks, and field devices during installation and commissioning phases. The engineer serves as a technical authority on‑site, partnering closely with contractors, system integrators, vendors, and internal engineering teams to ensure systems are installed, tested, and commissioned safely, reliably, and in accordance with project standards and operational requirements.

Deployment & Commissioning

• Execute on‑site commissioning activities for sorters, conveyors, and automated work cells.
• Provision, configure, and validate Linux‑based IPCs, PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, and field devices per project standards.
• Perform I/O checkouts, network validation, and phased system bring‑up activities.
• Execute commissioning and test plans, including sequencing, dependencies, and acceptance criteria.
• Support dry runs, functional testing, and integrated system testing through startup and handover.

Troubleshooting & Technical Support

• Serve as the primary on‑site technical resource for controls, networking, and system integration issues.
• Diagnose and resolve industrial networking problems such as IP conflicts, VLAN issues, switch configuration, and fieldbus communication faults.
• Troubleshoot PLC logic, device configuration, safety interlocks, and system‑level faults across electrical, controls, and mechanical boundaries.
• Perform structured root‑cause analysis and support the implementation of permanent corrective actions.
• Document issues, resolutions, and lessons learned to support continuous improvement and future deployments.

On‑Site Technical Leadership

• Provide day‑to‑day technical direction to technicians, electricians, and commissioning support personnel during system deployment.
• Coordinate closely with system integrators, OEMs, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical issues and unblock progress.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, quality standards, and commissioning best practices during installation and testing.

Integration & Handover

• Validate equipment functionality against design specifications, controls standards, and operational requirements.
• Support integration of equipment into Warehouse Control Systems (WCS) and higher‑level orchestration layers.
• Participate in turnover activities, ensuring systems are stable, documented, and ready for operational ownership.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve commissioning efficiency, reliability, and repeatability.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of commissioning tools, test procedures, and deployment standards.
• Provide feedback to design and integration teams to improve future system designs and deployment outcomes.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with networking fundamentals including hands‑on experience with load balancers, switches, routers, etc.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% for on‑site commissioning and deployment support.
• Hands‑on experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, EtherCAT, or Modbus TCP.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, or Ruby.
• Familiarity with object‑oriented programming concepts in an IEC 61131‑3 environment (e.g., structured function blocks, reusable control architectures).
• Experience supporting large‑scale commissioning projects such as automated warehouses, conveyor and sorter systems, or complex manufacturing environments.

Compensation

Base salary range for this position in Chicago is $129,200 to $174,800 annually.

Amazon also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. For additional information, visit https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.