Sr. Innovation & Design Engineer, Worldwide Design and Engineering

Transform the Future of Global Logistics - Join World Wide Design Engineering!

Imagine designing the next generation of fulfillment centers that power Amazon's global supply chain. We're seeking an innovative engineer who thrives on turning complex challenges into practical solutions. If you're energized by the intersection of robotics, automation, and advanced material handling technologies, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Based in our new Sonic office in Bellevue, you'll join a dynamic team revolutionizing how Amazon moves products around the world.

You'll own the complete design journey - from initial concept through final approval - creating sophisticated solutions for our inbound supply chain, fulfillment, and distribution networks. As the technical authority for your projects, you'll collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to transform ideas into reality. Once designs are approved, you'll partner with our Ops Engineering team to ensure successful installation and launch.

Your canvas will be diverse - from building new facilities from the ground up (green-field) to modernizing existing operations (brown-field) and strategic retrofits. You'll design fulfillment centers, cross-dock facilities, specialty sites for reverse logistics and hazmat, plus ground and air transportation hubs across North America and Europe. Some projects will follow proven templates while others will require completely fresh approaches.

You'll join a team of exceptionally talented engineers who thrive on innovation. We manage hundreds of high-impact projects annually in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity is embraced as opportunity. This role offers immense growth potential as you tackle challenges that directly impact millions of customer experiences.

We're looking for someone who takes ownership, drives results, and is eager to help shape the future of global logistics. If you're ready to make your mark on one of the world's most sophisticated supply chain networks, we want to talk to you.

Key job responsibilities
Design Engineering
- Lead architectural and mechanical design of complex fulfillment center systems, from concept development through final approval
- Create detailed design specifications and documentation for automated material handling equipment, packaging systems, and robotics solutions
- Develop and validate engineering calculations to ensure system performance meets operational requirements
- Perform rigorous technical analysis to optimize facility layouts and material flow paths

Project Leadership
- Own multiple concurrent projects spanning different facility types and complexity levels
- Serve as primary technical point of contact for equipment suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Drive design reviews and ensure all solutions meet Amazon's safety, quality, and performance standards
- Manage project timelines and deliverables while adapting to changing business needs

Technical Collaboration
- Partner with cross-functional teams including Operations, Construction, Controls Engineering, and Finance
- Support Ops Engineering during installation and commissioning phases to ensure successful implementation
- Collaborate with suppliers to develop innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency
Provide technical guidance to resolve design-related issues during implementation

Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to standardize designs and create scalable solutions
- Contribute to development of new design templates and best practices
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in automation and material handling
- Document lessons learned and share knowledge across the global design engineering network

Quality & Compliance
- Ensure all designs meet applicable building codes, safety regulations, and Amazon standards
- Conduct thorough design reviews and risk assessments


Note: This role requires regular travel to project sites (approximately 25%).

A day in the life
Design automated material handling systems that efficiently move products through our fulfillment centers. A typical day includes concepting layouts, brainstorming solutions, reviewing equipment specifications, and validating system throughput calculations. Work closely with equipment suppliers to refine designs and ensure solutions meet our requirements for safety, reliability, and performance.

Collaborate with key internal partners including Operations, Construction, Controls Engineering, Finance, and Launch teams to deliver comprehensive solutions. Partner with external stakeholders such as equipment manufacturers, system integrators, and building architects to execute designs.

Manage multiple concurrent projects at different stages - from concept development through installation and commissioning.

Success in this role comes from combining strong technical skills with effective stakeholder communication and the ability to drive decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children can use. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Basic Qualifications

- 5+ years of design & innovation, research & development work experience
- Bachelor'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 like MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software

Preferred Qualifications

- 5+ years of specialty (with progressive responsibility) experience
- Master's degree in Engineering (any domain), Operations, Business Administration, or a related field
- Knowledge of concepts like 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 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.

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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, WA, Bellevue - 132,100.00 - 178,800.00 USD annually