Control Systems Lead - Fort Worth, TX

Our Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team is integral to the success of Amazon worldwide. They manage risks, minimize system downtime, and find innovative ways to improve the way we work. It’s how we’ll become a more sustainable business while building the future one innovative product, service, and idea at a time. 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 responsibilitiesResponsibilities 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 accommodationAt Amazon, we continuously strive to make sure our opportunities are open to all. We treat all job applications equally, and are always delighted to welcome a new Amazonian. Apply to join our close-knit team and your Amazon RME adventure will begin from day one. Where it goes and what it looks like is up to you!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 ...

Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician - Fort Worth, TX

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 Robotics and 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 Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician, you will lead service technicians on the team in the installation and repair of automated packaging and distribution equipment. 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 responsibilitiesResponsibilities include, but are not limited to• Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures• Maintain and troubleshoot all conveyor systems in the building• Lead and audit preventative maintenance procedures• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, photo-eyes, motor starters, limit switches, proximity sensors, solenoids, etc.• Create and close out work orders with data including labor hours, equipment maintenance and parts used• Maintain a positive working relationships across all of the Amazon Operations facility• Develop training plans for service technicians• Develop work plans for emergency repair of critical assets• Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodationPlease note that while we strive to accommodate employees' preferences for shift assignments, due to operational requirements and scheduling constraints, we cannot guarantee a specific shift assignment.The following are typical shifts in the Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician role: Front Half Day Shift:Schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off. The days can be set according to your operational needs, a common pattern is working Sunday to Wednesday.Hours: Typically, this shift might start in the morning and end in the late afternoon. For a 10-hour shift, this could be 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a half-hour break included.Back Half Day Shift:Schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off. Often, this shift could be Wednesday to Saturday to complement the Front Half Day Shift.Hours: Like the Front Half Day shift, this shift would also occur during daytime hours. Depending on your downtime windows, a typical schedule might be from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with a half-hour break.Front Half Night Shift:Schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off. The days can be arranged as per your needs, such as Sunday to Wednesday.Hours: This shift would occur during the night. For example, it could run from 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM, with a half-hour break.Back Half Night Shift:Schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off. To complement the Front Half Night Shift, this might run from Wednesday to Saturday.Hours: Like the Front Half Night shift, this shift would take place during the night. Depending on your downtime windows, a typical schedule might be from 7:00 PM to 5:30 AM, with a half-hour break.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience- High school or equivalent diploma- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays- 4+ years of experience conducting quality predictive and preventative maintenance procedures- 4+ years of experience in the repair of material handling equipment (MHE) or automated conveyor systems and controls- 4+ years of Blueprint & Electrical Schematic knowledge- 4+ years of experience demonstrating Safety Standards- 3+ years of experience in troubleshooting and diagnostics of MHE systems ...

Sr. Ops Engineer, Deployment & Ramp, MSP Customer Experience, Mechatronics & Sustainable Packaging Customer Experience

In the Mechatronics & Sustainable Packaging Customer Experience organization, we have the unique role and privilege to work backwards from our customer needs and represent their voice through the entire products’ lifecycle (from product development, to deployment, to support & service), embodying Amazon’s leadership principle: Customer Obsession. We raise the bar on the readiness of new technologies in deployment and on the performance of those already in production; our mission is to transform “stand-alone work-cells” into “end-to-end integrated solutions” that are safe, easy-to-operate, easy-to-maintain, easy-to-deploy, and easy-to-service. Are you enthusiastic about the latest advancements in Mechatronics Sustainable Packaging (MSP) automation technology? Would you like to play a vital role in Amazon's dynamic growth? If you have a passion for making an impact on the future today, consider joining Mechatronics & Sustainable Packaging Customer Experience Org. In the position of Sr. Ops Engineer Deployment & Ramp, you will be tasked with overseeing multiple products, programs, projects and involved in deploying MSP solutions. This encompasses deployments at both newly constructed sites and operational fulfillment centers. As a Sr. Ops Engineer, your primary role is to own the coordination and execution of installation, commissioning, and performance ramp up of the product in the field allowing the engineering and product team to focus on the system performance improvement and optimization. In parallel to the execution, you will be responsible for driving continuous improvement ideas into both the deployment cycle time (safety, quality and productivity), and will be responsible for detailing engineering design improvements to the hardware engineering and product teams, to simplify the installation. This role will require the ability to build relationships and capture and synthesize the voice of the customer. Typically owning either a full program or a program region, the Sr. Ops Engineer sets standards and maintains quality within their scope of responsibility. The role requires comfort in handling highly technical work scopes related to automation installation, as well as addressing typical project management escalations that may arise during installations at construction sites or live operation warehouses. The ideal candidate is proactive and takes independent initiative to improve MSP technology. In parallel to the execution, you will be responsible for driving continuous improvement ideas into both the deployment cycle time (safety, quality and productivity), and will be responsible for detailing engineering design improvements to the hardware engineering and product teams, to simplify the installation. This role will require the ability to build relationships and capture and synthesize the voice of the customer. Come help us make history! Project durations vary from a few days to several months, with travel across the US and, if the candidate is open to it, some international work. This is a travel-based role and you will be expected to travel to meet the requirements of your projects across North America, upwards of 75% or more.Key job responsibilities-You will manage the development of project plans and technical solutions which may not be defined, including problem statement and resource requirements definition. -You will influence decisions on deployment and machine performance execution strategy to senior level leadership. -You will own the tactical planning on the installation of complex cross-functional projects with considerable impact across the functions of schedule, scope, cost and product performance. Projects may span organizations or geographies in support of a business objective, and includes the management of contractors and vendors. -You will own the strategy of your program/product for annual planning of resources and budget, defining deployment plans of record and continuous improvement goals. This includes setting standards, driving mechanisms and delivering efficiencies across both deployment execution and machine performance, based on your own observations and the voice of the customer.-You will own communication of program execution and performance both verbally and in writing, consolidating inputs across multiple internal cross-functional business teams. -This is a travel-based role and you will be expected to travel to meet the requirements of your projects across North America, upwards of 75% or more. A day in the lifeIn this role you will be focused on two primary lines of effort. The first is deployment project management, and the second is product ramp up support. On a daily basis you will be expected to collaborate with hardware engineering, technical program and product managers, and internal customers including site maintenance and operations teams, to ensure the product you are deploying, is both ready for deployment and capable of achieving the business requirements. You will travel to your project sites, collaborate both virtually and in person, to ensure all business stakeholders are aligned on program status.About the teamThe Mechatronics & Sustainable Packaging Customer Experience (MSP CX) team works backwards from Internal Customer insights to Validate, Deploy and Support MSP solutions in Brownfield and Greenfield Sites globally, maximizing solutions readiness and customer satisfaction. MSP CX maintains unified accountability in the field towards our internal Customers (RME, Ops, ACES, PE, GES, etc.), enabling vertical integration and life-cycle management of MSP solutions across 3 pillars: (I) Quality Assurance (MSP CX-QA), (II) Deployment & Ramp-up (MSP CX-DR), and (III) Support (MSP CX-S).BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of directly managing and responsible for multiple large projects experience- Bachelor's degree- Experience and strong technical background in relevant fields of automated or non-automated material handling equipment- Experience managing project portfolios, budgets and decentralized resources to execute project goals.- Experience working in a global environment while prioritizing and managing multiple responsibilities.- Ability to travel frequently both within country up to 75% and occasional internationally (~5%).- Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications- Experience using CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360, etc.).- Experience with procurement of equipment.- Experience in Robotics, Automation, distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or other warehouse environments.- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.- Experience leading cross-functional teams/projects.- Knowledge of Project management tools ( PPM, Clarity, MPP or Jira) ...