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

World Wide Engineering & Innovation (WWEI) is seeking an exceptional Sr. 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. You'll 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.

We're 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, you'll 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 leaders. In 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. You'll 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, you'll 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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of design & innovation, research & development work experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a foreign equivalent
- Experience with design & innovation and research & development
- Experience in management of engineering design projects
- Experience using business or technical software like MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software
- Experience with design innovation, R&D, and complex automated systems including robotics, material handling equipment, and high-speed manufacturing

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of specialty (with progressive responsibility) experience
- Master's degree in Engineering (any domain), Operations, Business Administration, or a related field
- Knowledge of concepts like system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, electronic system design, and decision making
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing
- Experience with design-in-safety

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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 Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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