Senior Process Design Engineer, WWEI

World Wide Engineering & Innovation (WWEI) is seeking an exceptional Sr. Process Design Engineer to spearhead the development of next-generation sortation systems and procsses. 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. Youll 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.

Were 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 youll 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 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. Youll 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 youll 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.

A day in the life
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

- Bachelors degree in Engineering or a foreign equivalent
- Experience designing solutions for large high-volume sorting operations
- Experience in management of engineering design projects
- Experience using business or technical software like MS Excel MS Project and CAD software
- 5 years of design & innovation research & development work experience

- 5 years of specialty (with progressive responsibility) experience
- Masters degree in Engineering (any domain) Operations Business Administration or a related field
- 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 Companys 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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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at CA Newark - 152000.00 - 205600.00 USD annually
USA NJ BURLINGTON - 132100.00 - 178800.00 USD annually
USA TN Nashville - 125500.00 - 169800.00 USD annually
USA WA Bellevue - 132100.00 - 178800.00 USD annually

Required Experience:

Senior IC

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