Lead Controls & Automation Systems Engineer, Amazon Logistics

Amazon•Bellevue, WA

11h

About The Position

Amazon created one of the most sophisticated supply chains in the world. From the introduction of Amazon Prime, to the use of advanced technology for package delivery; Amazon consistently drives change from the front of the pack. Amazon is seeking a Senior Systems Development Engineer to support the Amazon Logistics Worldwide Central Engineering engineering team. This individual will challenge current processes, equipment, procedures, and electrical/controls specifications in our delivery stations, in order to come up with creative and implementable process improvement initiatives with a focus on AB PLC/HMI and vision systems development. This Senior Systems Development Engineer will contribute to all aspects of an agile systems development life cycle including design, architecture, development, documentation, testing and operations. This position will be responsible for designing, managing and executing the next generation of delivery station processes, equipment, and operations. This is a unique opportunity to own new innovative projects that will advance the intelligence of our last mile business. Key job responsibilities Senior Controls Engineer responsible for designing and developing industrial control systems and PLC programs for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) across Amazon Logistics North America. A day in the life Your work is very hands-on and multi-disciplinary. You will be working closely with vendors, cross-functional engineers, and project teams. You lead design reviews, write and troubleshoot PLC code and IPC based code such as CODESYS, documents, demonstrate proof-of-concepts, build prototypes, and manage stakeholder expectations.

Requirements

2+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
Experience leading the design, build and deployment of complex and performant (reliable and scalable) software solutions in production
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
7+ years of industrial controls and automation experience
2+ years’ experience directly developing control strategies in CODESYS.
Demonstrated experience with Functional Safety standards (IEC 62061, IEC 13849, or IEC 61508)
Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations
Experience taking a leading role in building complex software or computing infrastructure that has been successfully delivered to customers
Industrial networks (Ethernet, safety over ethernet IP)
Material handling control systems
IPCs and barcode scanners
Advanced technology applications
Conveyor hardware integration
Must demonstrate deep technical knowledge and ability to influence cross-functional teams while maintaining effective communication with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

Design and implement complex control systems using Allen Bradley PLCs and CODESYS
Develop hardware/firmware interfaces and IoT solutions
Create and maintain PLC/IPC/HMI software and vision systems
Establish electrical and controls design standards
Implement system health monitoring and self-healing automation
Manage multiple high-visibility projects simultaneously
Lead technical design reviews for control systems and simulations
Coordinate with global design teams and vendors
Drive process improvements and technical implementation
Review and integrate new MHE technologies