Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.
We’re looking for an outstanding Equipment Mechanic specializing in Preventative Maintenance.
Key job responsibilities
– Installing Industrial equipment and machinery
– Bring-up and Troubleshooting of equipment
– Maintaining and preventative maintenance activities
– Machine commissioning and trouble-shooting
– Maintain Facilities Workshop
– Support mechanical activities as required.
– Troubleshooting and Maintaining industrial equipment and machinery in production and development environments
– Installation of custom equipment and commissioning
– Work directly with engineering teams on design feedback, project execution and commissioning
– Maintain Facilities work area
– Support development and production teams as required
Export Control Requirement:
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
A day in the life
This position will work side by side with Engineering and Production teams to develop creative solutions and take this program from R&D, though design validation, into production then maintain equipment to support operations.
About the team
This is a fast-paced, intellectually challenging position, and you’ll work with leaders in multiple technology areas. You’ll have relentlessly high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s performance, quality and cost. We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Redmond, WA, USA
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
– High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
– At least 1 year working experience with installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining specialty industrial equipment in a manufacturing equipment.
– With or without reasonable accommodations, must be willing and able to work with powered lift equipment – for example forklift or scissor lifts.
– Valid Driver’s license and able to satisfy Amazon driver eligibility criteria.
– With or without reasonable accommodations, must be able to lift up to 49 pounds on some occasions, stand/walk for up to 8-10 hours (with breaks), and able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
– Degree or certificate in a related technical field.
– Minimum 3 years working in a manufacturing environment troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical equipment
– Experience assembling and commissioning custom machinery including compressors, refrigeration systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, CNC’s, process chilled water and LN2 systems
– Advanced Mechanical ability in Refrigeration troubleshooting, compressed air troubleshooting, and Specialized Test Equipment troubleshooting experience
– Can read, interpret, and explain in detail mechanical drawings related to troubleshooting while understanding basic electrical, basic controls, and utilization of tools to confirm through to repairs
– Experience setting up and maintaining a workshop in a development and high speed production environment
– Operations of manual Vertical Mills, Lathes, band saws, drill presses, and other common machines used in a maintenance department supporting production environment
– Ability to work across teams to develop clear and concise communications in both verbal and written forms
– Experience with rigging and lifting operations
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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $37,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $98,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.