The role involves defining the controls and electrical systems architecture for automated assembly lines within Amazon Web Services' Hardware Engineering team. The Manufacturing Automation Design & Engineering team focuses on creating automation solutions that enhance production efficiency across global contract manufacturer sites. This position requires expertise in PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial network design to ensure seamless communication between automated systems. The engineer will also establish reusable control system templates to standardize deployment and enhance operational consistency.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• 7+ years designing industrial control systems for automated manufacturing.
• Proficiency in PLC programming, such as Siemens TIA Portal or Allen-Bradley Studio 5000.
• Experience with industrial safety system design, including ISO 13849 and safety PLCs.
• Experience with industrial network protocols like EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and EtherCAT.
• Track record of defining control system standards for multi-site deployment.
• Experience with MES integration and manufacturing data exchange.
• HMI/SCADA development experience, such as Ignition or FactoryTalk.
• Industrial cybersecurity knowledge, particularly IEC 62443.
• Experience with servo motion control and multi-axis coordination.
• Experience leading controls design reviews for third-party automation systems.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).

• Define controls systems architecture, including PLC programming standards and safety system design.
• Design and program PLC-based control systems for automated assembly lines.
• Develop standardized HMI interfaces for operator interaction and production monitoring.
• Architect industrial network infrastructure for automated lines.
• Design safety system architecture per ISO 13849 and IEC 62443.
• Create reusable control system templates and code libraries for global deployment standardization.
• Define MES integration specifications and data exchange protocols between automation cells and enterprise systems.
• Lead controls architecture reviews for automation projects and vendor-supplied systems.

• Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.