Control Systems Engineer Manager - Middletown, DE

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Description For Control Systems Engineer Manager - Middletown, DE

Join Amazon's Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team as a Control Systems Engineer Manager, where you'll play a crucial role in managing and optimizing automated systems across Amazon's fulfillment centers. This position combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance of complex systems including conveyors, sortation systems, and SCADA devices.

As a Control Systems Engineer Manager, you'll lead a team of technicians while working closely with multiple stakeholders across operations, engineering, and safety teams. Your responsibilities will span from hands-on troubleshooting of sophisticated control systems to strategic planning for system optimization and new technology implementation. The role requires both technical depth in industrial automation and strong leadership capabilities.

The position offers exciting challenges in a fast-paced environment where you'll be responsible for maintaining and improving critical infrastructure that powers Amazon's worldwide operations. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technology while developing your team and contributing to Amazon's continuous innovation in logistics and fulfillment.

This role is ideal for someone who combines technical expertise in control systems and automation with strong leadership abilities and a passion for solving complex problems. You'll be part of Amazon's mission to be the most customer-centric company on earth, working in an environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for innovation.

The position requires flexibility with travel requirements (20% post-launch, 50% pre-launch) and the ability to work various schedules as needed. Join Amazon's RME team and be part of shaping the future of automated logistics while growing your career in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Control Systems Engineer Manager - Middletown, DE

  • Coordinate and plan work activities for Control Systems Techs/Leads
  • Work with Operations, Engineering, FC Start up Team, and other teams for MHE systems optimization
  • Maintain and troubleshoot material handling control systems
  • Monitor MHE metrics and analyze system performance
  • Provide first level escalation support for Control Systems Techs/Leads
  • Mentor Control System Technicians and Leads
  • Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes
  • Partner with operations leadership for new technology installations
  • Communicate technical issues and project timelines
  • Provide weekly site controls reliability information

Requirements For Control Systems Engineer Manager - Middletown, DE

Linux
  • Bachelor's Degree or +2 years of Amazon Blue Badge/FTE experience
  • Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts/areas, including weekends, nights, and holidays
  • Experience with electrical theory, Robotics, Controls components, automated equipment
  • Experience with HMI and control network components
  • Industrial electrical hands-on experience
  • Experience with SCADA systems and KPIs
  • Familiarity with programming software like RSLogix5000 studio
  • Leadership and management skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits For Control Systems Engineer Manager - Middletown, DE

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Career development opportunities
  • Travel opportunities (20% post-launch, 50% pre-launch)

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