Amazon
Sr. Industrial Design Engineer, GES NA Ops Engineering
Amazon, Irving, Texas, United States, 75084
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Amazon . Description: 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 groundbreaking 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 seeking an innovative and solutions-oriented Technical Infrastructure Program Manager who will collaborate with internal and external technical teams and be responsible for the design, development and deployment of material handling systems across multiple building types. The role focuses on the Technical Infrastructure Program Management of integrating complex and systemic technical products and solutions enabling customers to work more efficiently.
In this role you will work with internal customers across multiple organizations to define highly ambiguous problem statements, influence a global Amazon team, write technical specifications and perform technical evaluations on equipment, develop business requirements, identify and scale new technologies across multiple teams, generate multiyear budgets, and manage multiple large, high-visibility programs through the project lifecycle. This role requires up to 50% travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. Relocation assistance may be provided.
Responsibilities Include
Manage multiple large, highly complex programs, solely responsible for driving them 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 the Operations, Engineering, and Data Science Leadership teams to manage the organization’s strategy and project priority to ensure resources are focused on the most impactful projects.
Define program/project scope and technical/business requirements, and relay that to the design, firm, and field engineering teams concisely to allow for efficient transfer of knowledge.
Evaluate solutions effectively and make decisions that balance business value and technology risk.
Help your customers and the engineering teams make appropriate trade-offs by considering the larger picture (e.g., business goals, throughput expectations, quality requirements, efficiency, maintainability, operability).
Identify standards and drive consistent application of engineering changes across North America.
Build strong working relationships with Fulfillment Center leadership and their operations teams across multiple sites including 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.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 10+ years 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, proven problem-solving skills, and strong 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.
Ability to roll up sleeves and operate as an individual contributor to get the job done.
Able to travel up to 50% in the 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.
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, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit amazon.jobs accommodations for more information.
Job posting updates: This position will remain posted until filled.
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Join to apply for the
Sr. Industrial Design Engineer, GES NA Ops Engineering
role at
Amazon . Description: 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 groundbreaking 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 seeking an innovative and solutions-oriented Technical Infrastructure Program Manager who will collaborate with internal and external technical teams and be responsible for the design, development and deployment of material handling systems across multiple building types. The role focuses on the Technical Infrastructure Program Management of integrating complex and systemic technical products and solutions enabling customers to work more efficiently.
In this role you will work with internal customers across multiple organizations to define highly ambiguous problem statements, influence a global Amazon team, write technical specifications and perform technical evaluations on equipment, develop business requirements, identify and scale new technologies across multiple teams, generate multiyear budgets, and manage multiple large, high-visibility programs through the project lifecycle. This role requires up to 50% travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. Relocation assistance may be provided.
Responsibilities Include
Manage multiple large, highly complex programs, solely responsible for driving them 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 the Operations, Engineering, and Data Science Leadership teams to manage the organization’s strategy and project priority to ensure resources are focused on the most impactful projects.
Define program/project scope and technical/business requirements, and relay that to the design, firm, and field engineering teams concisely to allow for efficient transfer of knowledge.
Evaluate solutions effectively and make decisions that balance business value and technology risk.
Help your customers and the engineering teams make appropriate trade-offs by considering the larger picture (e.g., business goals, throughput expectations, quality requirements, efficiency, maintainability, operability).
Identify standards and drive consistent application of engineering changes across North America.
Build strong working relationships with Fulfillment Center leadership and their operations teams across multiple sites including 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.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 10+ years 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, proven problem-solving skills, and strong 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.
Ability to roll up sleeves and operate as an individual contributor to get the job done.
Able to travel up to 50% in the 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.
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, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit amazon.jobs accommodations for more information.
Job posting updates: This position will remain posted until filled.
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