Senior Automation Engineer: MHE & Robotics Optimization

Amazon Inc.

Manassas (VA)

On-site

USD 114,000 - 148,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Health insurance

401(k)

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Job summary

Amazon Inc. is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to maximize reliability and performance of MHE systems in our Virginia fulfillment centers. You will lead control systems optimization, mentor junior engineers, and drive cross‑functional projects across PLCs, SCADA, and robotics.

Expect hands-on troubleshooting, design improvements, and strong collaboration with Operations teams. This role requires 4+ years in PLC automation, robotics cells, and ladder logic (Siemens/AB/Codesys), plus a BS in

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 4+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering experience.
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
4+ years of process or production environment related PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis experience.
4+ years of robotics work cells and control systems experience.
4+ years of Siemens, Allen-Bradley or Codesys Ladder Logic and structure programming experience.
4+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience.

Responsibilities

Apply SME on troubleshooting and dive deeps for engineering issues, supporting automation engineers to investigate root cause and plan actions to eliminate downtime.
Collaborate with building Operations, Operations Engineering teams, FC Start-up Team, AFT Software teams, ACES team, and Safety to support MHE systems optimization and project implementation.
Understand, maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks like Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution.
Monitor MHE metrics and partner with maintenance/operations to address system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations.
Provide escalation support to automation engineers during and after hours to ensure repairs are completed on time.
Move up to 49lbs, stand/walk up to 12-hour shifts, climb ladders, bend and reach as required.