Senior Industrial Design Engineer, World Wide Engineering & Innovation Design Engineering

World Wide Engineering & Innovation (WWEI) is seeking an exceptional Design Engineering Leader to spearhead the development of next-generation sortation systems. This pivotal role will significantly influence both design and process engineering initiatives for the North American Sort Center (NASC) offering the opportunity to lead transformative projects alongside world-class talent.

The ideal candidate will drive the design and implementation of next generation sortation centers and logistics systems globally focusing on innovation in automated material handling packaging technologies and robotics. Youll oversee a diverse portfolio of projects including new facilities renovations and retrofits while developing end-to-end process designs for fulfillment centers cross-dock facilities and transportation hubs. This role requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to create cost-effective scalable solutions that shape the future of logistics.
Were looking for a proven leader with experience in complex engineering projects a strong background in automation and logistics systems and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in problem-solving strategic thinking and stakeholder management. Working alongside highly skilled engineering teams youll contribute to hundreds of transformative projects annually with opportunities for professional growth and development.
This position requires 25% global travel to interface with business and technical return we offer the opportunity to work with industry-leading technology and talent high-impact visible projects and a diverse project portfolio spanning template-based and ground-up designs. Join our innovative team and help shape the future of global logistics and distribution systems.


Key job responsibilities
Lead strategic design initiatives for our global sortation and transportation network focusing on developing comprehensive solutions that optimize equipment specifications material flow process design and site layouts while protecting intellectual property. Youll partner with cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver cost-effective innovations under tight deadlines. Success in this role requires exceptional project management skills to handle multiple concurrent initiatives while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders contractors and vendors.

As a technical leader youll guide large-scale engineering projects from conception to completion leveraging your expertise to drive innovation and operational excellence. Your ability to communicate effectively will be crucial as you present strategic visions detailed implementation roadmaps and technical solutions to senior executives translating complex engineering concepts into compelling business cases that drive decision-making and secure project support.

Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of our logistics infrastructure requiring both technical depth and strategic business acumen to deliver solutions that enhance our operational capabilities while maintaining cost efficiency and scalability.

Key Activities:
Drive innovation in package sortation
Develop optimal solutions for equipment specification and material flow
Create efficient process designs and site layouts
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors
Generate cost-effective solutions under time constraints
Manage multiple concurrent projects
Build and maintain stakeholder relationships
Provide technical leadership on large-scale projects
Present compelling business cases to senior executives
Execute strategic visions while maintaining operational excellence

- Bachelors degree in Engineering or a foreign equivalent
- Experience with design & innovation and research & development
- Experience in management of engineering design projects
- Experience with automated material handling equipment packaging technologies and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.
- Experience with process design based on Lean Principles.
- Experience with concepts like system architecture optimization system dynamics system analysis statistical analysis reliability analysis and decision making.
- Experience must involve ownership/management of engineering design projects
- Experience using business/technical software like MS Excel MS Project and CAD software

- Experience designing solutions for large high-volume sorting operations
- Masters degree in Engineering (any discipline)
- 5 years Design Operations or a related field experience
- Ability to travel 25% globally to interact with internal and external business and technical leaders.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $118900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $205600/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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.