What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Design Engineer, RSR DE & AMZL Speed position at Amazon?
Description
The Amazon logistics Design Engineering team is seeking a versatile, solutions-oriented Sr. Design Engineer to drive new automation initiatives and develop the next generation of world-class industrial building designs. This is an exciting opportunity to tackle complex challenges with boundless innovation.
In this role, you will focus on integrating automation and robotics solutions into the design of warehouses and delivery centers. You will apply strong analytical skills to evaluate design options, optimize performance, and ensure the successful implementation of design projects. The role includes close collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and develop simulation models to support strategic decision-making.
We seek resourceful engineers who are critical thinkers and excel at cross-functional collaboration. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to design high-quality, cost-effective solutions for our delivery stations. You will be part of a team of highly skilled and engaged engineers in a fast-paced, often ambiguous environment.
Key job responsibilities
A typical day involves diving into CAD software to create and refine delivery station layouts. You'll analyze high-level demand projections to inform design decisions, ensuring future scalability. Collaborating with operations teams, you'll translate workflow needs into practical designs. Expect to juggle multiple projects, participating in design review meetings and coordinating with architects and civil engineering on detail drawings. You'll troubleshoot design challenges, conduct capacity analyses, and stay updated on industry innovations. The role demands a balance of analytical thinking, creative problem-solving, technical expertise, and effective communication to meet operational goals and deadlines.
About The Team
Our Last Mile Design Engineering team is at the forefront of innovation in logistics infrastructure. We're a dynamic group of creative problem-solvers dedicated to optimizing Amazon's delivery network. Our diverse team combines expertise in industrial engineering, operations research, and CAD design to create robust solutions for our rapidly expanding last-mile operations. We thrive on challenges, collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, and take pride in seeing our designs come to life in Amazon's delivery stations worldwide.
Basic Qualifications
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, TN, Nashville - 107,600.00 - 145,600.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 119,600.00 - 161,700.00 USD annually
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A10393811
The Amazon logistics Design Engineering team is seeking a versatile, solutions-oriented Sr. Design Engineer to drive new automation initiatives and develop the next generation of world-class industrial building designs. This is an exciting opportunity to tackle complex challenges with boundless innovation.
In this role, you will focus on integrating automation and robotics solutions into the design of warehouses and delivery centers. You will apply strong analytical skills to evaluate design options, optimize performance, and ensure the successful implementation of design projects. The role includes close collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and develop simulation models to support strategic decision-making.
We seek resourceful engineers who are critical thinkers and excel at cross-functional collaboration. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to design high-quality, cost-effective solutions for our delivery stations. You will be part of a team of highly skilled and engaged engineers in a fast-paced, often ambiguous environment.
Key job responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership for large-scale engineering projects, retrofits, and building designs
- Design and develop efficient layouts for warehouses and delivery centers, optimizing space and workflow
- Integrate automation solutions into facility designs, ensuring scalability and efficiency
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies
- Develop and utilize simulation models to evaluate design options and optimize performance
- Conduct spatial integration and trade studies for proposed designs and automation projects
- Ensure successful project implementation from concept through to design completion, adhering to timelines and quality standards
- Communicate effectively, execute the vision, and present detailed technical solutions to senior executives
- Ability to travel up to 10%
A typical day involves diving into CAD software to create and refine delivery station layouts. You'll analyze high-level demand projections to inform design decisions, ensuring future scalability. Collaborating with operations teams, you'll translate workflow needs into practical designs. Expect to juggle multiple projects, participating in design review meetings and coordinating with architects and civil engineering on detail drawings. You'll troubleshoot design challenges, conduct capacity analyses, and stay updated on industry innovations. The role demands a balance of analytical thinking, creative problem-solving, technical expertise, and effective communication to meet operational goals and deadlines.
About The Team
Our Last Mile Design Engineering team is at the forefront of innovation in logistics infrastructure. We're a dynamic group of creative problem-solvers dedicated to optimizing Amazon's delivery network. Our diverse team combines expertise in industrial engineering, operations research, and CAD design to create robust solutions for our rapidly expanding last-mile operations. We thrive on challenges, collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, and take pride in seeing our designs come to life in Amazon's delivery stations worldwide.
Basic Qualifications
- 5 years of directly managing and responsible for multiple large projects experience
- Experience and strong technical background in relevant fields of automated or non-automated material handling equipment
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other STEM field
- Experience managing cross-functional projects and initiatives
- Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360, etc.)
- 5 years of industrial engineer, operations engineer, manufacturing engineer, or project engineer in a manufacturing environment experience
- Master's degree in engineering, mechanical, operations, supply chain, business administration, or equivalent STEM field
- Experience in operations management of fulfillment or distribution centers
- Experience with Six Sigma, lean manufacturing
- Experience using MS Project, MS Office, and MS Sharepoint
- Experience designing or implementing integrated automation solutions such as material handling systems, high-speed packaging lines, or manufacturing lines
- Experience in technical leadership for industrial engineering projects or programs
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, TN, Nashville - 107,600.00 - 145,600.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 119,600.00 - 161,700.00 USD annually
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A10393811