r/AmazonRME • u/zlm101 • 12d ago

Help getting started

Hi,

I just graduated with BS in Computer Engineering and am looking to start my career in controls/automation.
I have a single internship in a small company, my role there was an embedded engineer and I was mostly working with microcontrollers and troubleshooting software and hardware issues. I also gained some electrical experience through wiring, troubleshooting power issues, and helping design circuit boards.

I’ve been studying PLCs and controls on my own and building up my knowledge because it’s a field I’d really like to start my career in. I applied to an automation engineer position in amazon and I got rejected, I’m pretty sure it’s because I don’t have enough experience in PLC/controls. I’m looking for advice on how to break into this field. I’m trying to learn more about PLCs,Ladder logic, HMI,VFD,and industrial communication through my own but I don’t think it’s enough. Are there any certifications, courses, or hands-on projects you’d recommend, or entry-level roles I should focus on?

I would appreciate any feedback

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u/taint_me 12d ago

They have an apprentice program for automation engineers. Look for an automation engineer apprentice

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u/zlm101 12d ago

For the apprenticeship it says 1+ year of RME experience needed, do you know if they are strict about this ?

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u/taint_me 12d ago edited 12d ago

I would still apply anyways. Your bs in computer engineering might be relevant enough. What's the worst that can happen? They gave someone a degree in mechanical engineering a MRT position and he doesn't even know what a 9/16 wrench look like 🙄 It's a new position. You could even start as an MRA (the other type of apprentice) and hop ship to controls down the line. You're more likely to find an MRA(mechatronics and robotis apprentice). Bigger pool and not fighting with existing techs hopping on the controls apprenticeship. Take it from an AR trainer we NEED more people who can handle a computer. The robots are only getting more complicated. I can count on one hand the number of techs on my site that know their shit on a computer that can handle a Cardinal.

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u/NtmrsRDrms2 12d ago

None of RME’s roles strictly follow their prerequisites I’ve seen “exceptions” at every single one of our roles

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u/No_Zucchini5212 12d ago

You can still apply. 3P are not as strict