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!

　　If you do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications outlined in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. We understand that skills and competencies can be gained in many ways and we are primarily interested in a demonstrated commitment to the work and the potential to grow. Experience comes in many forms and passion goes a long way. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, please consider applying.

　　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.

　　Key job responsibilities

　　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

　　We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

　　Chattanooga, TN, USA

　　Basic Qualifications

　　1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience

　　Associate's degree, or 2+ years of professional or military experience

　　Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

　　5+ years of experience with Motor Controls (motor starts, variable frequency drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components) 5+ years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs

　　3+ years with SCADA systems and KPI's

　　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)

　　1+ year of experience working with Allen Bradley

　　1+ years maintaining and troubleshooting robotics systems

　　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.