Senior Automation Engineer (Fulfillment & Operations)

September 18, 2026

About the Role

As a Senior Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in fulfillment centers by providing proactive controls automation and technical support. Your expertise will be essential in troubleshooting complex control systems, analyzing performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You'll mentor junior engineers and lead cross‑functional teams to optimize material handling equipment (MHE) systems, implement innovative projects, and develop system design improvements to enhance site throughput.

What Do We Offer?

Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, a matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. In addition, you will receive lightweight fire‑resistant daily wear and composite‑toe safety shoes for your safety.

Key Responsibilities

Apply subject‑matter expertise to troubleshoot and dive deep into engineering issues, supporting automation engineers to investigate root causes and plan actions to eliminate or mitigate the downtime of critical assets.
Collaborate with Building Operations, Operations Engineering, FC Start‑up Team, AFT Software, ACES, 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 such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
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 business hours, troubleshooting locally and remotely, to ensure that all hardware or controls software within the building is repaired on time.
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.

Basic 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent.
Master’s degree, or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
Experience leading controls in manufacturing or complex industrial environments.
Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying motor controls including motor starters, variable frequency drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components.
Experience interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical drawings.

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

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include working safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhering to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicating effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and following all federal, state, and local laws and company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. This includes the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding 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.

Base salary range: $114,000.00 – $148,200.00 USD annually.

Location: Moreno Valley, CA, USA.

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