Senior Structural Engineer, Mechanical Project Execution

Senior Structural Engineer, Mechanical Project Execution

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Amazon is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join our Mechanical Project Execution team. This role is responsible for developing comprehensive structural steel permit sets for conveyor support systems across Amazon's fulfillment and distribution network. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in header steel design, connection engineering, platform design and structural analysis for industrial material handling applications. This role offers the opportunity to impact projects at scale, with designs implemented across multiple facilities nationwide.

• Structural Design & Engineering:
  Develop complete structural steel permit sets for conveyor support systems, including header steel, drops, bracing, and connection details; design all structural connections from building ceiling/roof to conveyor equipment ensuring load path integrity and code compliance; create specialized connection details for seismic zones and retrofit applications; develop sway bracing systems; design mezzanine platforms and grid structures per building requirements and equipment layout.
• Load Analysis & Calculations:
  Oversee and perform loading calculations for material handling equipment (conveyors, sorters, automated systems); develop load combinations with dead loads, live loads, impact factors, seismic forces, and dynamic loads; trace load paths from equipment to foundations; verify vendor load data and coordinate with manufacturers; perform structural analysis using RISA and FEA for complex systems.
• Design Standards & Procedures:
  Develop and maintain standardized procedures for load development and header steel design; create calculation templates and design guidelines for use across projects; establish connection libraries and typical details to improve efficiency; document design criteria and assumptions for peer review and future reference; ensure all designs comply with IBC, local codes, and relevant standards.
• Collaboration & Coordination:
  Partner with platform vendors and equipment manufacturers to integrate structural requirements with equipment specs; collaborate with general contractors and SEOR to review loads; coordinate with MEP engineers using Autodesk Cloud Construction; attend design coordination meetings and provide technical guidance on structural capacity; review vendor shop drawings and connection submittals.
• Multi-Discipline Coordination:
  Work with architects, general contractors, and other disciplines to integrate conveyor support systems; coordinate with Amazon WWDE and Operations teams to understand equipment requirements; interface with permitting authorities and respond to plan review comments; provide field engineering support during installation.
• Construction Support & Quality Assurance:
  Respond to RFIs during construction; conduct site visits to verify installation against design intent; review contractor shop drawings and submittals; provide field engineering support and document field conditions; approve design modifications when required.
• Quality Control:
  Perform design checks and peer reviews of structural calculations, permit drawings, installation drawings, and BIM integration; ensure deliverables meet Amazon quality standards; participate in lessons-learned sessions and continuous improvement.

• 5+ years of specialty experience with progressive responsibility
• Experience using AutoCAD, Rhino, Revit, Solid Works, CREO, Sketch Up, Key Shot or similar tools to deliver high-quality models and designs
• Experience in team leadership
• Knowledge of seismic design and lateral force-resisting systems

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering
• Experience mentoring, leading, or managing junior engineers
• Experience developing structural steel permit sets and connection designs
• Demonstrated expertise in header steel design for conveyor or similar suspended systems
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one US state

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