Sr. Design Engineer, AMXL Long Term Planning Engineering , AMXL Long Term Planning Engineering

The Amazon supply chain team is looking for a Design Engineer to support the Amazon Extra Large (XL) FC Capacity Planning team. This individual will be responsible for designing, managing and executing the next generation of XL fulfillment center processes, equipment, and operations. This is a unique opportunity to own new innovation projects that will advance our heavy/bulky business. Additionally, this candidate will own end‑to‑end scope to scale the solutions across all BUs.

• Drive standardization, documentation of core design and process elements for scalable network growth across the worldwide AMXL business using strong process management and Lean principles
• Drive implementation and adoption of new design innovations across multiple regions
• Identify innovations and perform experiments to create processes that increase customer value
• Own and deliver on post‑launch reviews and customer feedback, and incorporate feedback into future project plans
• Partner with stakeholders in other functional areas as required (S&OP, Operations Integration, Transportation, Sort Centers, Delivery Stations, Site Launch, Procurement, etc.) in support of network initiatives
• Define the project objectives, analyze data and drive improvements that are quantified with metrics
• Work in an ambiguous environment, seeking to understand business problems, automation limitations, scaling factors, and boundary conditions
• Oversee gaps between teams, processes and systems, helping teams reduce exposure to classic failure modes (e.g., requirements not sufficiently understood or documented, ineffective cross‑team collaboration, long‑term impact(s) from third‑party solutions, security not considered, insufficient stakeholder review, etc.)
• Solve problems and proactively identify and mitigate risks
• Work with stakeholders to communicate and impact critical business initiatives
• Develop, implement, and govern KPI reporting for a portfolio of programs, providing visibility to the milestones and performance across all projects
• Engage other Amazon business units globally to socialize best practices and improve end‑to‑end outcomes for our customers
• Up to 15 % travel required

This role is very dynamic and each day is different. A typical day will include working toward long‑term team goals and adhering to planning‑cycle timelines to make sure all deliverables are met. The day will focus on deep‑dive data, coming up with design improvements, and PM design initiatives to get stakeholder alignments.

• 5+ years of design & innovation, research & development work experience
• Master’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 such as MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software; 5+ years of specialty experience with progressive responsibility
• Knowledge of concepts such as 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 in high‑speed manufacturing
• Experience with design‑in‑safety

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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.

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USA, WA, Bellevue -  -  USD annually