Senior Equipment Engineer, AMZL

Job Description

Amazon Logistics (AMZL) is seeking an innovative and solutions-oriented engineer to lead the initiative of developing and delivering current and next generation equipment for delivery stations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathematics (or equivalent related experience)
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in the specialty
• Experience in any of the following areas; Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Manufacturing/Mechanical Plant Engineering, First Article Inspection (FAIR)
• Experience with introducing new vendors and vendor technical quality management
• Experience with introducing new equipment from concept all the way through validation and execution
• Experience with automated material handling equipment, and systems inclusive of robotics and high-speed manufacturing
• Experience with process design based on Lean Principles
• Experience in Capital project management, must involve ownership/management of engineering design project
• Experience using business/technical software like MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software

Responsibilities

• Act as the WW technical expert for equipment development
• Lead idea generation for innovative design/equipment solutions to existing operational problems
• Create documentation for equipment solutions, such as design definitions, quality specifications, assembly instructions and equipment design standards, etc.
• Generate structured plan to turn innovative equipment design solutions from ideas to assessment, pilot and finally expansion
• Own and deliver against plans, providing network reporting, financial approval and leadership approval for all stages of program progression
• Act as technical expert in area of ownership, providing technical expertise to other Engineering teams, alongside providing technical challenge for suppliers and partners
• Build large-scale business proposals based on innovation designs for WW Ops Engineering
• Ensure customer satisfaction by following through with requests and ensuring needs are met as accurately and immediately as possible
• Own internal process innovations across the Engineering Org
• Coordinate with Tech/Software teams, driving the operational execution of software enhancements as well as ensuring the software supports the physical design/process innovations
• Up to 50% regional and WW travel depending on business needs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)