Industrial Design Engineer GES NA Ops Engineering

Amazon created one of the most sophisticated supply chains in the world. From the introduction of Amazon Prime to the use of advanced technology for package delivery Amazon consistently drives change from the front of the pack.

Amazon is seeking an experienced and detailoriented Industrial Design Engineer. This individual will deepdive and challenge current processes equipment and procedures in our North American fulfillment network in order to come up with bestinclass fulfillment solutions. This individual will develop and improve the design and development of new and existing fulfillment centers. This individual will facilitate twoway communication between the design and implementation teams including creating and managing projects programs and processes.

A successful candidate will have an established background in developing highperformance physical automated flow systems a strong technical problemsolving ability excellent project management skills and an internal motivation to achieve results in a fastpaced and often ambiguous environment. Amazons culture encourages innovation and expects engineers and managers alike to take a high level of ownership in solving complex problems. The successful Industrial Design Engineer is an agile natural selfstarter with the ability to keep relentlessly driving projects and various functional teams and individuals at all levels of the organization.

This role will be responsible for collaborating with Original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and Internal design teams to engineer successful material handling and storage designs. This role will act as an important stakeholder in the design processes and will contribute by (not limited to) incorporating field feedback into designs vetting vendor contracts updating design specifications managing vendor relationships and tracking project risks. The Industrial Design Engineer will also manage roadmaps for complex and competing Hardware Installation and Technology integration proposals while driving coordination between technical teams and business representatives for robust solutions. This role requires the ability to identify dependencies and bottlenecks by utilizing key process indicators and by compiling inputs from various contributors.

Key job responsibilities
Own the design and development of engineering solutions for complex material handling challenges considering human/equipment interactions for the North America fulfillment network
Lead and coordinate concept and design development efforts for optimal solutions for the North America fulfillment network through equipment specification material flow process design ergonomics associate experience operational considerations and site layout
Work closely with vendors suppliers and other teams to execute solutions
Simultaneously manage multiple highvisibility projects and tasks while effectively influencing negotiating and communicating with internal and external business partners contractors and vendors
Provide technical leadership for largescale engineering projects
Conduct post mortem on designs after implementation in partnering with Safety and Manage work load and potentially direct one to two engineers
Engage customers to identify areas of opportunity within the process and performance
Build strong relationships with partner organizations within the company such as North America Startup North America Launch team Worldwide Design team North America Procurement Information Technology Loss Prevention Facilities Safety Change Management and North America Operations
Conduct multidisciplinary process improvement efforts to drive communication and performance
Technical writing skills to oversee specification and technical document creation
Ability to travel up to 50 to interact with internal and external business and technical leaders



A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location the number of regularly scheduled hours you work length of employment and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular fulltime employees include:
1. Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!


About the team
PreExecution liaises with upstream Design Engineering teams to advocate on GES NA Ops Engs behalf. Their work ensures strong relationships with upstream partners as well as project quality and shared ownership throughout the project lifecycle.

The team is open to hiring candidates based in the following locations: Bay Area CA; Dallas TX; Houston TX; Austin TX; Los Angeles Metro Area; Phoenix Metro Area; Arlington VA; Bellevue WA; Seattle WA; Boston Metro Area; Nashville TN; New York City; Atlanta Metro Area; Chicago IL

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Industrial Process Engineering or related STEM field is required; or 2 years of relevant Amazon experience.
4 years experience in Design/Innovation Research & Development Manufacturing/Process/Industrial Engineering or related fields.
Experience in technical leadership for largescale engineering projects
Experience with complex MHE and packaging lines or process design based on Lean Manufacturing or Toyota Manufacturing System
Experience using MS Excel MS Project and CAD software
Experience leading engineering design projects and interacting with crossfunctional teams


MBA Masters Degree or other advanced degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Process Engineering Operations Business Administration or related field and at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the specialty
3 year experience with complex automated material handling equipment packaging technologies and systems including robotics and highspeed manufacturing.
Proficiency in AutoCAD 3D
Proficiency in running SQL queries and data mining
Experience in engineering and estimating material handling and storage systems
Operations Management/ Fulfillment/Distribution Center experience preferred
Capital project management skills.
Proficiency with concepts like system architecture optimization system dynamics system analysis statistical analysis reliability analysis and decision making.
DesigninSafety experience
Ability to work independently in a fastpaced and rapidly changing environment
Ability to manage influence negotiate and communicate with external business partners and internal teams to meet organizational capacity needs


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.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $89400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/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.