Simulation Engineer Innovation and Design Engineering

Are you passionate about creating digital experiments that validate innovative automation technologies Do you excel at using simulation tools to optimize mechanical designs and processes before theyre built Does collaborating with hardware development engineers to revolutionize logistics automation excite you The Worldwide Innovation and Design team is seeking a Simulation Engineer to lead discreteevent simulations for our Last Mile (AMZL) network technologies. We offer the opportunity to shape the future of automation through digital experimentation while working with worldclass engineering teams.

Come join us as we revolutionize logistics automation around the world!

Key job responsibilities
As a Simulation Engineer at Amazon you will lead the creation of complex discreteevent simulations that validate new technologies early in their development cycle focussing on process simulations to understand throughput requirements bottlenecks and operator machine interactions. You will utilize your expertise in simulation software (FlexSim Emulate 3D) and programming to create digital experiments that optimize processes and influence mechanical designs whether it be robotics AGVs conveyors or storage systems. You will have ownership of strategic modeling projects establish best practices and influence design decisions through datadriven insights. Your work will directly impact the success of revolutionary automation technologies in our logistics network.

Note: there is a preference in this role for Flexsim experience we will consider candidates without this skill if relevant process and system

A day in the life
As a Simulation Engineer your day begins collaborating with Hardware Development Engineers to understand a new automation systems requirements. Youll design simulation experiments using tools like FlexSim or Emulate3D to test critical aspects of the technology: Do we want to validate operational metrics or maybe confirm physical reactions of parcels moving through our tech. Throughout the day youll program model parameters run scenarios and analyze results to validate design decisions. Youll meet with crossfunctional teams to present findings and recommend optimizations. Your afternoon might involve mentoring junior engineers on simulation best practices or coordinating with vendors on complex multisystem simulations. Each day brings new challenges in digitally validating tomorrows logistics solutions.

About the team
You will join the System Integration & Performance team within Innovation & Design Engineering working alongside experts in Data Analytics Physical Validation and Integration. Together these pillars provide essential tools for Hardware Developers to make informed design decisions. Innovation & Designs mission is to discover test and enhance new mechatronics technologies (Robots Conveyors Sorters) that transform Amazons last mile logistics operations.

Experience investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products
Experience analyzing both experimental and observational data sets
Masters Degree in aerospace engineering mechanical engineering physics or equivalent
Familiar with Discrete Event Simulation (DES) of processes modelling dependent systems
Experience with Process simulation tools (Preference Flexsim)
Experience in Industrial process environment (Manufacturing Logistics)
Solid understanding ofmechanicaldesign principles

Knowledge of R MATLAB Python or similar scripting language
Experience with agile development
Experience building web based dashboards using common frameworks
Proficient with at least one modern programming language (e.g. C Python Matlab)
Experience with advanced simulation tools such as Virtual Reality or Machine Control Emulation.
Professional certifications in the privacy (IAPP)
Ability to work on a diverse team or with a diverse range of coworkers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. You will prepare reports and make presentations to senior level management. You will interact with various levels of employees to collect and communicate information.
Ability to work with little to no supervision.
Ability to create and maintain strong network with corporate peers.
Must be a good human that enjoys being part of a fun team
Ability to work and multitask in a fastpaced technical environment.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.