System Development Engineer II, Engineering Integration

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a talented System Development Engineer II to design and develop controls for integrating robotics systems and industrial automation equipment. The role involves optimizing automation solutions and acting as an integration resource for product development teams. Candidates should have extensive experience in systems design, software development, and control systems. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is emphasized.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in systems design and software development.
• 5+ years control system experience with PLC-based controls.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve system controls architecture.
• Develop controls code using structured text and ladder-logic.
• Travel up to 50% for onsite system testing.

Skills

Systems Design

Software Development

Automation

Process Improvement

Tools

Codesys

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Soft PLCs/IPCs

Job description

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Amazon Robotics is building new automation systems that will transform warehouse operations. We are seeking a talented and motivated System Development Engineer to design and develop controls for integrating robotics systems and industrial automation equipment.

The System Development Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, integrating, troubleshooting, and optimizing automation solutions. This role also involves acting as an integration resource for internal product development teams and supporting global Amazon customers.

Key job responsibilities

1. Design, simplify, and improve system controls architecture, including machine control code, networking, electrical design, and safety design.
2. Develop controls code using structured text and ladder-logic on CodeSys and Studio 5000 platforms.
3. Identify and implement system optimizations.
4. Contribute to value engineering of electrical and controls hardware components.
5. Travel up to 50% to support onsite system testing.

If your qualifications differ slightly from the list above, we still encourage you to apply! Amazon values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you're passionate about this role and eager to make an impact globally, please apply.

To apply, candidates must initiate an informational meeting with the hiring manager by clicking the "Request Informational" button at the top of the job listing.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems design, software development, operations, automation, and process improvement.
• 5+ years of control system experience with PLC-based controls design, development, and support.
• 5+ years of machine control code development experience with structured text and/or ladder-logic.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, Siemens PLCs, and Soft PLCs/IPCs.
• Experience deploying and supporting industrial automation products at scale.
• Knowledge of software development best practices for code management and reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of software/hardware/network development lifecycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, certification, and testing.
• Experience developing controls code with Codesys platform.
• Experience with industrial automation and controls system design.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and industrial networks.
• Experience with industrial automation safety design.
• Embedded programming skills in C/C++, Java, Python, or similar languages.
• Experience with HMI design and development.
• Ability to improve systems development, implementation, and user experience.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you require workplace accommodations during the application or interview process, please visit this link.