Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (Fulfillment & Operations)

Amazon; Rockville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Safety footwear

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician to lead a team of service technicians in installing and repairing automated packaging and distribution equipment. You will design solutions, manage projects, and mentor both internal and contract technicians.

You will install and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, and various control components while ensuring safety standards and efficient maintenance of MHE assets.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma.
• 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience.
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
• 4+ years of conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures experience.
• 4+ years of repairing material handling equipment (MHE), automated conveyor systems, or related mechanical/controls equipment experience.
• 4+ years of reading blueprints and electrical schematics experience.
• 4+ years of electrical and electronic principles experience.
• 4+ years of demonstrating safety standards experience.
• 4+ years of troubleshooting and diagnostics of material handling equipment (MHE) experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead service technicians in installation and repair of automated packaging and distribution equipment.
• Support Operations Maintenance by designing solutions for difficult problems and managing projects.
• Train and mentor service technicians and contract technicians.
• Oversee vendors for planned and emergency repairs.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, sensors and actuators.

Skills

MHE maintenance

Electrical/electronic theory

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Education

Associate's degree in Mechatronics

Tools

PLC programming

Robotics controls

Job description

Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Job ID: 3164629 | Amazon.com Services LLC - A57

Operations is at the heart of Amazon’s business. We are known for our speed, accuracy, and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide, every day. Reliability Maintenance & Engineering (RME) are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen. We drive continuous improvement, and maintain all of the Robotics and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us on our journey!

About the Role: As a Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician, you will lead service technicians in the installation and repair of automated packaging and distribution equipment. You will support the Operations Maintenance team by designing solutions for difficult problems and managing projects. You will help train and mentor service technicians and contract technicians.

What Do We Offer? Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. We provide lightweight fire‑resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety!

Key job responsibilities

• You will maintain and oversee material handling equipment (MHE) and facility equipment, such as Fire Life Safety (FLS) systems.
• You will lead a team of service technicians and develop training plans, as well as oversee vendors making planned and emergency repairs.
• You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, photo‑eyes, motor starters, limit switches, proximity sensors, solenoids, etc.
• You will create and close out work orders with data including labor hours, equipment maintenance, and parts used, as well as develop job plans for emergency repair of critical assets.
• You must be able to move up to 49 lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely, and perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

Please note that while we strive to accommodate employees' preferences for shift assignments, due to operational requirements and scheduling constraints, we cannot guarantee a specific shift assignment.

Basic Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma
• 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
• 4+ years of conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures experience
• 4+ years of repairing material handling equipment (MHE), automated conveyor systems, or related mechanical/controls equipment experience
• 4+ years of reading blueprints and electrical schematics experience
• 4+ years of electrical and electronic principles experience
• 4+ years of demonstrating safety standards experience
• 4+ years of troubleshooting and diagnostics of material handling equipment (MHE) experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Mechatronics or a related technical field
• Experience leading engineering teams as a mentor or tech lead
• Experience working with material handling equipment (MHE) safety standards in accordance with OEM requirements
• 2+ years of programmable logic controls (PLC) programming experience
• 2+ years of robotics system components and controls experience

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring 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.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.