Control Systems Lead

Amazon.com - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Phoenix, AZ

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About the position

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Act as first level escalation support for the control system technician teams.
• 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.
• Partner with Facility Operations leadership, equipment vendors and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations.
• Communicate technical issues and project timelines with building leadership, operations and the maintenance team.
• 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

Requirements

• 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
• Associate's degree, or 2+ years of professional or military experience
• Associate's degree in electronic technology or equivalent
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1
• Matching 401(k) program
• Up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave
• Lightweight fire resistant daily wear
• Composite toe safety shoes