Amazon
Sr. Industrial Design Engineer, GES NA Ops Engineering
Amazon, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Overview
Sr. Industrial Design Engineer, GES NA Ops Engineering - Amazon
Are you an innovative leader that wants to lead the cross-functional design and deployment of innovative solutions into our world-class existing fulfillment centers and logistics systems? Do you want to take ownership of solving the industry’s most complex problems? Does the challenge of designing and implementing ground breaking solutions for automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing appeal to you? If you’re looking to be challenged in a fast paced and often ambiguous environment, and you have strong technical problem solving and project management skills, then this job is for you!
Amazon is searching for an innovative and solutions-oriented Technical Infrastructure Program Manager who is able to collaborate effectively with internal and external technical teams and be responsible for the design, development and deployment of our material handling systems across multiple building types. The role focuses on Technical Infrastructure Program Management of integrating complex and systemic technical products and solutions which enable your customer base to work more efficiently.
Responsibilities Include
Manage multiple large, highly complex programs through the development and deployment lifecycle.
Deeply understand the business and technical requirements of product integration from mechanical, electrical, and controls functions.
Fluency in systems level architecture, critique and debate tech design, judge technical viability of the product/solution, and tailor communication for tech and non-tech stakeholders.
Work with Operations, Engineering, and Data Science Leadership teams to manage the organization’s strategy and project priority to focus resources on the most impactful projects.
Define program/project scope and technical/business requirements, and relay them to design, firm, and field engineering teams concisely for efficient knowledge transfer.
Evaluate solutions and make decisions balancing business value and technology risk.
Assist customers and engineering teams in making appropriate trade-offs by considering the larger business goals, throughput, quality, efficiency, maintainability, and operability.
Identify standards and drive consistent application of engineering changes across North America.
Build strong working relationships with Fulfillment Center leadership and operations teams across multiple sites with Industrial Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, and Process Engineering stakeholders.
Communicate and present program status to Directors of Engineering and Operations.
Data mine and transform raw thoughts into clear technical documentation.
Travel up to 50% to interact with internal and external business and technical leaders.
Amazon Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 10+ years of experience in design, specification, project management and execution of large-scale complex material handling systems, or domain expertise in one of the following disciplines: industrial, mechanical, electrical, chemical or civil engineering; industrial or construction management
5+ years managing core project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, resources, quality and risk management, reporting and metric development/tracking
Strong understanding of material handling equipment and systems integration
Experience in manufacturing/operations/supply chain analysis, and process improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma)
Proven track record of delivering complex technical projects on time and on budget
Excellence in stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership
Excellent written and oral communication skills, problem-solving skills, and organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, matrix environment
Demonstrated ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions and evaluate outcomes
Willingness to travel up to 50%, US
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in Engineering or related technical field
Experience with material handling equipment integration and systems
Experience with conveyor control systems and automation
Experience with cross-belt sorters and complex material handling systems
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Six Sigma certification
Experience working with material handling OEMs and integration partners
Track record of establishing standardized processes and playbooks
Experience scaling technical project delivery organizations
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Equal Opportunity and Accessibility Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit the accommodations page for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
About The Team The team is open to hiring candidates from multiple locations as listed in the job posting.
Job ID: A3054114
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Are you an innovative leader that wants to lead the cross-functional design and deployment of innovative solutions into our world-class existing fulfillment centers and logistics systems? Do you want to take ownership of solving the industry’s most complex problems? Does the challenge of designing and implementing ground breaking solutions for automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing appeal to you? If you’re looking to be challenged in a fast paced and often ambiguous environment, and you have strong technical problem solving and project management skills, then this job is for you!
Amazon is searching for an innovative and solutions-oriented Technical Infrastructure Program Manager who is able to collaborate effectively with internal and external technical teams and be responsible for the design, development and deployment of our material handling systems across multiple building types. The role focuses on Technical Infrastructure Program Management of integrating complex and systemic technical products and solutions which enable your customer base to work more efficiently.
Responsibilities Include
Manage multiple large, highly complex programs through the development and deployment lifecycle.
Deeply understand the business and technical requirements of product integration from mechanical, electrical, and controls functions.
Fluency in systems level architecture, critique and debate tech design, judge technical viability of the product/solution, and tailor communication for tech and non-tech stakeholders.
Work with Operations, Engineering, and Data Science Leadership teams to manage the organization’s strategy and project priority to focus resources on the most impactful projects.
Define program/project scope and technical/business requirements, and relay them to design, firm, and field engineering teams concisely for efficient knowledge transfer.
Evaluate solutions and make decisions balancing business value and technology risk.
Assist customers and engineering teams in making appropriate trade-offs by considering the larger business goals, throughput, quality, efficiency, maintainability, and operability.
Identify standards and drive consistent application of engineering changes across North America.
Build strong working relationships with Fulfillment Center leadership and operations teams across multiple sites with Industrial Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, and Process Engineering stakeholders.
Communicate and present program status to Directors of Engineering and Operations.
Data mine and transform raw thoughts into clear technical documentation.
Travel up to 50% to interact with internal and external business and technical leaders.
Amazon Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 10+ years of experience in design, specification, project management and execution of large-scale complex material handling systems, or domain expertise in one of the following disciplines: industrial, mechanical, electrical, chemical or civil engineering; industrial or construction management
5+ years managing core project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, resources, quality and risk management, reporting and metric development/tracking
Strong understanding of material handling equipment and systems integration
Experience in manufacturing/operations/supply chain analysis, and process improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma)
Proven track record of delivering complex technical projects on time and on budget
Excellence in stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership
Excellent written and oral communication skills, problem-solving skills, and organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, matrix environment
Demonstrated ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions and evaluate outcomes
Willingness to travel up to 50%, US
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in Engineering or related technical field
Experience with material handling equipment integration and systems
Experience with conveyor control systems and automation
Experience with cross-belt sorters and complex material handling systems
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Six Sigma certification
Experience working with material handling OEMs and integration partners
Track record of establishing standardized processes and playbooks
Experience scaling technical project delivery organizations
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Equal Opportunity and Accessibility Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit the accommodations page for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
About The Team The team is open to hiring candidates from multiple locations as listed in the job posting.
Job ID: A3054114
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