Senior Automation Specialist

As an Innovation Engineer, you will develop and implement cutting-edge automation technologies. This role combines hands-on technical development with strategic business planning, requiring you to build compelling business cases for new technology pilots.Job Description This position is responsible for leading the application of the Amazon Robotics System and Material Handling Equipment automation into our European Delivery Station Network. The successful candidate will be a member of the European Amazon Logistics Central Engineering team and will be responsible for defining, testing, validating, and implementing various robotics and automation systems in the Delivery Stations network in EU region.You will work closely with AR Product teams and Worldwide Engineering to drive customer requirements for AR system implementation, identify automation opportunities based on labor, cost, safety, and performance metrics, lead AR and MHE automation pilots, measuring success against productivity, quality, and safety targets.Develop business cases and implementation strategies Support commissioning and maintenance of new installations Technical Collaboration: Create technical documentation including flow diagrams and equipment layouts Partner with simulation teams to validate automation concepts Work with design and controls teams on MHE integration Participate in cross-functional teams developing future technologies (robotics, Io T)Project Leadership: Define pilot criteria and success metrics Evaluate and select critical sites for automation deployment Document lessons learned for future design iterations Support field teams with service and maintenance implementation Requirements To be successful in this role, you should have: 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience Experience with prototyping and implementation BS in Mechanical Engineering Solid Works or similar CAD experience and understanding of best practices for part design, advanced assemblies, complex configuration management Benefits This role offers a total compensation package, including equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.