Hardware Engineer II Job at Chewy in Plantation

Redmond, WA | $110,500–$176,000 USD per year We are hiring awesome humans, and we hope that includes you! At Chewy, you’ll find yourself on a career path with other awesome humans, like yourself. You’ll be part of a culture that values everything you do, who you are, and the goals you have set for your career. We want to give you the opportunity to grow, earn competitive pay, and be happy while you do it. Your Opportunity Chewy is seeking a Hardware Engineer II to join our Fulfillment Center Design Engineering Team . In this role, you’ll be a key contributor in the design and execution of Chewy’s large‑scale fulfillment and automation infrastructure. You’ll apply data‑driven analysis, mechanical and electrical design skills, and vendor coordination to deliver world‑class fulfillment centers that power Chewy’s continued growth. You will design and execute capital projects supporting new sites, retrofits, and automation upgrades across facilities up to 1 million square feet , ensuring that material‑handling systems, robotics cells, and process equipment are safe, reliable, and scalable. What You’ll Do Develop detailed engineering designs for new e‑commerce fulfillment centers and retrofits, including AutoCAD layouts, power/data plans, and process flow documentation for core, pharmacy, and perishables business verticals. Build Excel‑ and SQL‑based models to analyze material flow, throughput, storage capacity, and labor requirements. Create and tabulate Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and vendor bid comparisons; recommend solutions based on technical merit and cost. Partner with vendors and internal teams to scope, design, and validate new fulfillment technologies such as conveyance, sortation, and robotic work cells. Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for conveyance, automated packaging equipment and robotics. Ensure all designs meet Chewy’s safety, compliance and reliability standards, incorporating maintainability and redundancy. Participate in design reviews, cross‑functional coordination and installation planning alongside Operations, Maintenance and Controls Engineering teams. Author Capital Approval Requests (CARs) and project documentation for initiatives typically in the $500K–$2M+ range. Document lessons learned and propose process improvements to standardize designs and increase project velocity. What You’ll Need Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or related Engineering field (or equivalent work experience). 3–6 years of experience in fulfillment, manufacturing or automation system design. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Excel modelling and basic SQL/database tools. Familiarity with material‑handling and automation systems (conveyors, robotics, ASRS or sortation). Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills. Ability to execute multiple high‑priority projects in a fast‑paced environment. Willingness to travel 25%+ to support site visits, vendor tests and installations. Bonus Master’s degree in Engineering or related field. Experience with WMS/WCS integration, Ignition or ladder logic‑based control systems. Experience developing automated e‑commerce fulfillment infrastructure. Demonstrated ability to analyze and summarise large operational data sets. What You’ll Get A place where you can be your authentic self and grow your career, with a culture that values diverse perspectives. Work in a culture that cares, with managers who value you and your career journey. Development of meaningful connections with a diverse group of teammates through Team Member Resource Groups and inclusive programmes. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits and additional wellness programmes. Base Salary Range: $110,500–$176,000 USD. Chewy offers 401(k) participation, annual equity grants, health insurance (medical, Rx, vision, dental), disability, life, hospital indemnity, critical illness and accident coverage. We also provide parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance programme and discounts on pet insurance and Chewy.com. Exempt salary team members have unlimited PTO, subject to manager approval. Paid holidays and sick/family leave are provided in compliance with applicable state and local regulations. Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic testing results, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability or need accommodations during the application process, please contact CAAR@chewy.com. Locations: Redmond, WA. This role may require travel. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Retail #J-18808-Ljbffr