AmazonAutomation Engineer Apprentice
Amazon is hiring an Automation Engineer Apprentice. It pays $32/hr and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
Level's read on this job
- Level rates this role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
- The posting mentions HMI Systems, Scanners and Conveyors among its tools and skills.
- Level classes it as an internship.
- Amazon has 21,000+ other open roles on Level.
AI in this role
Learn to troubleshoot and maintain automated packaging, robotics, and material handling equipment at Amazon facilities.
About the Role:
The Automation Engineering Apprentice(ship) (AEA) will learn to focus on equipment troubleshooting and maintaining material handling equipment (MHE) such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply labeling systems, scales, HMI systems, and control cabinets. During on-the-job learning (OJL) you will work with complex high-performance manufacturing systems and will learn to analyze, troubleshoot, and repair systems to maintain process efficiency. The focus of this role is to learn the skills and abilities to ensure safety regulations and policies are adhered to, assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the automated packaging and distribution equipment, ensure preventative maintenance is conducted on time to a high standard, and provide high levels of equipment availability through continuous improvement.
Amazon AEA apprentices are engaged in the assembly and maintenance of complex machines, plants, and systems in the Reliability & Maintenance Engineering sector or in organizations which purchase and operate such mechatronic systems. Apprentices are paired with journey workers to carry out their work at various facilities, including high automation and robotics facilities in connection with service operations. They are expected to work based on technical documents and instructions and carry out their work in compliance with the relevant provisions and safety regulations.
The successful candidate is an effective communicator, works well in a team, and is self-motivated. They should have the ability to work collaboratively and coordinate their activities with upstream and downstream operations partners. In addition to developing your skills, you will be mentored by senior technicians to grow in your role.
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
You will conduct preventative/corrective maintenance and basic troubleshooting of robotics and robotic work cells
You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all material handling equipment components
You will maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachs, etc.
You will assist with basic electronics/Programmable Logic Controllers troubleshooting
You must be able to move up to 49lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation, as well as perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head
Basic qualifications
- 1+ years of Amazon RME (BB/3P) Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (MRT) experience
- 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
- High School diploma, or equivalent
- Knowledge of basic mathematics
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
- Can commute to the specified work site
- Can commit to a 2-year onsite apprenticeship following a 12-week training period
- Can complete a 12-week training program at a designated training provider
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in the electrical field, or experience in the mechanical or controls field
- Experience with PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process or production environment
- Experience with robotics work cells and their control systems
- Experience with Ladder Logic and structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)
- Experience with electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment
- Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing 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.
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.
The starting pay for this position is listed below, including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, additional earnings may include shift differentials and overtime pay. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
USA, FL, Daytona - 31.80 - 32.30 USD hourly
How we rate this
Automation Engineer Apprentice at Amazon rates 10 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
- ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
- ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
- ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
- ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39
Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.
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Skills and AI tools this role asks for
Questions you could be asked
- Tell me about a project where troubleshooting was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where preventative maintenance was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where robotics maintenance was part of your work. What did you do?
- What's a project where you used HMI Systems hands-on?
- Walk me through how you've used Scanners in your day-to-day work.
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- List these exact terms on your resume: Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance, Robotics Maintenance, HMI Systems, and Scanners. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
- Attach one line of real, concrete experience to at least one of them. A tool named with nothing behind it rarely survives a human read.
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