Sr Solutions Design Engineer, GES Operations Engineering

Sr Solutions Design Engineer, GES Operations Engineering

Amazon has created one of the most sophisticated supply chains in the world. From the introduction of Amazon Prime to the use of advanced technology for package delivery, Amazon consistently drives change from the front of the pack.

Amazon is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Sr. Solutions Design Engineer. This individual will deep‑dive and challenge current processes, equipment, and procedures in our European fulfilment network in order to come up with creative and implementable process improvement initiatives. The role also involves designing development of new and existing fulfilment centre layouts.

A successful candidate will have an established background in developing high-performance physical systems, a strong technical problem-solving ability, excellent project management skills, and an internal motivation to achieve results in a fast-paced and often ambiguous environment. Amazon’s culture encourages innovation and expects engineers and managers alike to take a high level of ownership in solving complex problems. The Solutions Design Engineer will be an agile, natural self-starter who can relentlessly drive projects and collaborate with functional teams and individuals at all levels of the organization.

Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based in Italy, Spain, Berlin, or Poland with up to 50% of time on job travel, either domestically or to other countries.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Own the design and development of engineering solutions for complex material handling challenges, considering human/equipment interactions for the European fulfilment network.
• Lead and coordinate concept and design development efforts for optimal solutions, including equipment specification, material flow, process design, ergonomics, associate experience, operational considerations, and site layout.
• Work closely with vendors, suppliers, and other teams to create innovative solutions.
• Simultaneously manage multiple high‑visibility projects and tasks while influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors, and vendors.
• Conduct post‑mortem on designs after implementation in partnership with Safety and Operations.
• Collaborate with the Fulfilment Center start‑up team and launch team to ensure every detail is thoughtfully documented using a layout, module, or SOP and change control.
• Develop, document, and update design standards in conjunction with worldwide design teams.
• Build strong working relationships with key company partners such as Start‑up, Launch team, Worldwide Design team, Procurement, IT, Loss Prevention, Facilities, Safety, Change Management, and EU Operations.

Basic Qualifications

• Industrial engineer, operations engineer, manufacturing engineer, or project engineer with manufacturing environment experience.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience working with Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
• Fluent in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate knowledge of AutoCAD, VBA, and SQL.
• Experience managing third‑party vendors.
• Experience with Six Sigma, lean manufacturing.
• Knowledge of French, Polish, Arabic, Portuguese, Turkish, Afrikaans, and Zulu considered a plus.

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Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Project Management, Management, and Product Management

Industries

• Software Development