Hardware Support Engineer, Amazon Robotics - Robotics Delivery & Packaging Innovation

Amazon.com, Inc
Swindon, UK
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) PHP (Programming Language) Systems Engineering Bash Shell Linux DevOps Domain Name System (DNS) Perl (Programming Language) Python (Programming Language) Network Administration Network Protocols Reliability Engineering
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Ruby Robotic Automation Software Service-Oriented Architecture TCP/IP Web Services Diagnostic Tools Scripting Mobile Robots Reliability of Systems Information Technology Performance Monitor

Job description

**Provide on-site support for new product implementations, upgrades, routine hardware audits, and troubleshooting for advanced robotics systems.

**Partner with product development, manufacturing, and site-level reliability, maintenance, and engineering (RME) teams to maximize the performance of robotics systems

**Front line resolution of RME technical inquiries and escalations.

**Identify, analyze and resolve mechanical and system issues across the Packaging and Robtics Systems.

**Design and implement electro-mechanical tools and fixtures to support deployed and new products.

**Develop and implement proactive monitoring tools to measure the safety, reliability, and performance of robotics systems.

**Develop and implement diagnostic tools to minimize troubleshooting and machine downtime.

**Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures and training content for advanced robotics systems.

**Lead on-site training sessions for on-site RME teams supporting Amazon operations.

**Develop and implement systems and processes for spare parts management.

**Conduct safety, ergonomic, and risk assessments on AR products and tools and preventative maintenance procedures.

**Produce daily and weekly reports on the safety, reliability, and performance of the products in the AR product suite.

**Provide requirements and ā€œvoice of the customerā€ feedback to development and support teams.

**Up to 50% travel expected

A day in the life Field Hardware Support Engineers ensure site reliability teams maintain Packaging & Robotics systems through hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis. They identify maintenance gaps, communicate risks, and develop mitigation strategies while collaborating with safety, hardware, and software teams. The role involves immersive field work to experience operator challenges firsthand, then driving engineering improvements that enhance system reliability driving innovation daily. Successful candidates will partner across disciplines to deliver practical solutions. We welcome those passionate about problem-solving, and value diverse perspectives in advancing Amazon’s Packaging & Robotic maintenance worldwide each day contributing significantly.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Web services?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics (AR). We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even imagine yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

We are seeking exceptional candidates who possess a blend of technical and customer-facing skills to successfully support the Packaging and Robotics technologies used in Fulfillment Centers. This job will require a unique combination of flexibility, troubleshooting, problem-solving skills, drive and ability to travel. As part of this team, candidates have the opportunity to work closely with Amazon fulfillment customers to contribute to the successful deployment and reliable operations of the Robotic Systems.

A successful candidate will have technical aptitude, a passion for hardware, broad troubleshooting skills, and a desire to work within an elite group at the leading edge of Amazon’s Robotic systems engineering., * Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field or relevant work experience

  • Experience in site reliability engineering (SRE), systems engineering, systems administration, DevOps, security administration, or network administration
  • Experience working with Linux
  • Experience in systems engineering
  • Experience in any of the following: Python, Java, Perl, PHP, Ruby, Bash, Shell or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Knowledge of TCP/IP and networking protocols such as HTTP and DNS
  • Experience designing and developing scripts to automate operational burdens and reviewing scripting changes to ensure they meet the standards for maintainability, scalability and security
  • Experience working in 24/7 production environment
  • Experience with service-oriented architecture and web services

About the company

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

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