Control Systems Specialist(Amazon)

Job Title: Control Systems SpecialistJob DescriptionThe Controls System Lead (CSL) is responsible for support within the fulfillment center operations, focusing on maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying material handling controls systems equipment to ensure operational performance of material handling equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and SCADA devices and programs.POSITION DESCRIPTION:• Maintain, troubleshoot, and modify software programs for material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.• Act as first level escalation support for the Controls Specialist Technician (CST) teams. Appropriately escalate downtime situations to vendors or headquarters for support to restore equipment operation.• Monitor MHE metrics and partner with facilities/operations for system performance issues both within assigned Fulfillment Center (FC) and with like systems in similar FC systems.• Apply subject matter expertise in material handling and electronic systems to maximize building utilization of systems.• Perform and utilize FC System Assessments to assess material handling system performance.• Partner with Facility Operations leadership, equipment vendors, and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations. Act as the technical consultant for capital projects inside the building.• Utilize FC network support resources for guidance and assistance, and provide assistance to peers, as needed.• 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.• Train and develop CSTs on controls systems concepts and procedures.Hard Skills• Ability to identify, maintain, troubleshoot, and modify AB RS LOGIX 5000 PLCs and PLC components, HMI components, control network components, and Motor Controls (including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components)• Industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems• Ability to interpret and modify drawings both mechanical and electrical• Ability to identify, maintain, and utilize SCADA systems and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Soft Skills• Prior training experience• Ability to program PLCs from scratch• Experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems• Experience with industrial robotics (system components and controls)• Experience with automated retrieval/automated storage (AR/AS) systems• Project management experience• Understanding of concepts and messaging protocols within Warehouse Management System Software / warehouse control systems conceptsWork SiteThis is a fully on-site position in Honolulu, Hawaii.Work EnvironmentThe CSL will be based out of the control room in the facility. Responsible for managing all control systems within the facility, including providing direction and supervision to 3 Controls Techs. The maintenance team also includes about 15 Technicians (levels 1-3). Must be open to working holidays at the end of the year, as the peak season runs from November through the end of the year. This position will be on-call at times should any pressing issues arise at the facility.Launch Site Training/Travel Requirements:Onboarding Location:• 2 weeks for nodal onboarding at SNA4 (CA) - 2500 W Walnut Ave, Rialto, CATravel Requirement:• Total of 5-6 weeks of travel, most likely within CA.About Aerotek:We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.