Control Systems Lead
Company: Amazon
Location: Lathrop
Posted on: April 27, 2021
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Job Description:
About Maintenance at Amazon
Operations is at the heart of Amazon’s business. We are known for
our speed, accuracy, and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver
tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide,
every day. Reliability Maintenance & Engineering (RME) are the
business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it
all happen. We drive continuous improvement, and maintain all of
the Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are
met with the Amazon smile. Come join us, on our journey!
About the Role
As a Control Systems Lead, you will lead service technicians on the
team with maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying Material
Handling (MHE) controls systems equipment to ensure operational
performance. You will support the Operations Maintenance team by
designing solutions for difficult problems and managing projects.
You will help train, and mentor service technicians and contract
technicians.
What Do We Offer?
Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including
comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, matching
401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. But
wait, there’s more: we don’t wear suits and ties! Come as you are
because jeans, t-shirts, sneakers and sometimes a neon safety vest
will be your daily outfit.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
- Promote a safe working environment by following all safety
procedures
- Troubleshoot and modify software programs for material handling
control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, Allen Bradley
Controllogix and Compactlogix PLC platform utilizing RSLogix 5000
software package. Including Industrial networks such as Ethernet,
ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, AS-I, motor control systems, servo
drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Act as first level escalation support for the control system
technician teams. Appropriately escalate downtime situations to
vendors or headquarters for support to restore equipment
operation.
- Apply subject matter expertise in material handling and
electronic control systems to maximize building utilization of
systems
- Monitor MHE metrics and partner with Controls Technicians and
Mechanics to resolve equipment electrical problems that create
performance deficiencies. Perform controls systems assessments to
maintain and improve equipment reliability
- Partner with Facility Operations leadership, equipment vendors
and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology
installations. Acting as the technical consultant for capital
projects inside the building
- Communicate technical issues and project timelines with building
leadership, operations and the maintenance team. Explain production
impacts and work closely with operations and engineering to ensure
a thorough understanding of impact to systems
- Develop training plans for Control Systems Technicians
- Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting
up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· Associates degree with a focus in in Electronic Technology or
equivalent experience
· 5+ years of experience with Motor Controls (motor starts,
variable frequency drives, DC drives, and standard electrical
components)
· 5+ years of experience with programming HMI components
· 5+ years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC)
programs
· 5+ year of experience with Robotics system components and
controls
· 3+ years with SCADA systems and KPI's
· Experiencing interpreting and modifying mechanical and electrical
drawings
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
· 4+ years of experience in the Electrical fields, or in Control
Systems development, troubleshooting and programming
· 4+ years of experience supporting advanced automation controls
systems maintenance and development
· 3+ years of experience supporting a wide range of conveyors and
sortation systems
· Leadership and project management experience
· Experience with ASRS systems and Computerized Maintenance
Management Systems (CMMS)
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is
an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual
orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other
legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who
would like to request an accommodation, please visit
https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
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