Automation Engineer, Amazon Logistics

Role summary

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The Automation Engineer supports Amazon Logistics facilities by designing, implementing, commissioning, and improving automated material-handling, conveyor, sorting, robotics, and control systems. Requirements typically include an engineering degree or equivalent practical experience, knowledge of PLCs, industrial controls, electrical or mechanical systems, automation software, and troubleshooting. Experience with project delivery, system integration, maintenance, safety standards, and vendor management is valuable. The candidate is expected to work hands-on in operational sites, analyze equipment performance, reduce downtime, document technical solutions, and collaborate with operations, maintenance, software, and engineering teams. Strong communication, problem-solving, safety awareness, and willingness to travel or work flexible hours are likely expected.

About the employer

Amazon is a global technology and commerce company operating online retail, cloud computing, digital entertainment, advertising, and logistics businesses. Through Amazon Logistics and its fulfillment network, the company uses warehouses, transportation systems, robotics, software, and data to move customer orders quickly and reliably. Amazon Japan serves customers across the country and employs teams in technology, operations, corporate services, delivery, and fulfillment. Its workplace culture is strongly focused on customer experience, measurable performance, ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement. Employees are generally expected to work independently, make decisions using data, and collaborate across diverse technical and operational teams. Benefits, compensation, and working practices vary by position, level, and Japanese employment location.