Job#: 2068414

Job Description:

The Robotics Deployment Engineer oversees the installation, troubleshooting, integration, and commissioning of Amazon Robotics equipment in new and existing fulfillment centers (FCs). This field engineering-based position demands strong technical skills for deploying robotic equipment, including working with mechanical systems, electrical, configuring networking, and coordinating software systems. While training is provided on the specific systems that the engineers will be working on, a candidate should have foundational knowledge of robotics, networked mechanical systems, and electrical systems.

Robotics Deployment Engineer will work with a team of 1-5 engineers and collaborate with an on-site project manager to provide technical oversight on the installation of both third party and Amazon designed robotics equipment. These deployments require extensive collaboration with varies stakeholders, including third-party installers, contracted engineers, construction, hardware, software, IT, and other partner teams. Strong communication skills are essential for interacting with both internal and external partners and customers. As an Amazonian the candidate must demonstrate independent initiative to identify and solve problems in real time during deployments. They will also drive continuous improvement initiatives to avoid recurrences.

Robotics Deployment Engineer will be deploying the robotic systems in various phases of a product life cycle. When supporting new products, the candidate is required to lead the development of process documentation and modifying the existing processes. Strong technical understanding, love for field work, and a keen interest in diving deep into the understanding of robotics systems are key attributes for this role. The ability to recognize process gaps and take ownership in developing solutions are important.

This position requires 75% travel.

Valid US drivers’ license required.

Top 3 Must Haves:

• BS degree in Engineering or closely related STEM field and open to Travel
• Technical documentation skills - ability to write clear SOPs, technical specifications, and deployment guides for cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of industrial automation and warehouse management systems

Critical Skills

• Ability to read and develop technical documentation and process instructions.
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work primarily in a construction or warehouse environment in a field-based role.
• Must be proficient in standard office software tools and processes.
• Strong foundational knowledge in robotics or complex electro-mechanical and networked engineering, including knowledge of robotic systems, components, and software.
• Strong bias towards taking independent initiative while reporting these efforts up to their leadership.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to clearly explain technical concepts to customers and internal stakeholders
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to capture lessons learned and drive technical continuous improvement projects.
• Ability to function independently and manage a team of 1-5 engineers and related trades during deployments.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple internal and external stakeholders working on the project to resolve cross-functional deployment issues.
• Ability to oversee and resolve escalations during robotics deployment including quality hand-off, live order testing, site acceptance testing, operational readiness testing, monitoring robotics system performance, etc.
• Responsible for delivering projects by owning key KPIs around on-time delivery, cost, quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Understanding of data collection, reporting processes, and ability to make data-driven decisions.

Key job responsibilities

• Support and guide installation of robotic technologies at Amazon fulfillment centers.
• The Robotics Deployment Engineer helps develop detailed knowledge of the operation of robotic systems and guide installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of these systems both on site and remotely.
• The scopes vary significantly in length and include heavy travel to both live warehouses and new construction sites.
• The Robotics Deployment Engineer will generate and implement continuous improvement ideas around their work-scopes and lead teams of other engineers on projects.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.