Design Engineer, Amazon Logistics

Amazon; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon in Bellevue, WA is seeking a design engineer to lead last mile station concepts and develop industrial building designs using CAD, automation, and robotics. You will craft detailed layouts, coordinate with operations, and translate requirements into scalable solutions.

You will collaborate with internal teams and vendors, iterate designs based on data, ensure safety and cost-efficiency, and stay current with CAD best practices to push towards world-class delivery stations.

Qualifications

• Experience creating CAD-based layouts for delivery stations.
• Knowledge of automated material handling, packaging tech, and robotics.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed CAD drawings of delivery station layouts, integrating conveyors, sorting equipment, and automation.
• Lead design efforts to develop optimal last-mile delivery station solutions with modular systems.
• Develop and present technical documents detailing design specifications, rationale, and how projects align with goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
• Translate strategic visions into roadmaps and concrete technical plans.
• Refine and iterate designs based on feedback, data, and emerging technologies to improve scalability.
• Ensure that designs meet safety standards, operational requirements, and sustainability goals.
• Stay current with CAD technologies and best practices in industrial design.
• Contribute to development of design standards and best practices within the organization.

Skills

CAD software

Conveyor systems

Automation technologies

Robotics

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Tools

SolidWorks

Simulation tools

Job description

The Amazon Logistics Last Mile Design Engineering team is searching for an innovative, solutions-oriented design engineer to spearhead new initiatives and develop the next generation of world-class industrial building designs. Embrace the opportunity to solve complex problems with boundless innovation. Utilize your analytical and systems design expertise to leverage advanced automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and robotics. We seek resourceful engineers who are critical thinkers and excel in cross-functional collaboration. In this role, you will work closely with internal and external teams to design high-quality, cost-effective solutions for our delivery stations. Your projects will be a variety of delivery station concepts and template-based design solutions that will enhance the effectiveness of Amazon's last mile network. You will work with a team of highly skilled and highly engaged engineers in a fast-paced and often ambiguous environment.

Ability to travel 25% to interact with internal and external business, operational and technical leaders.

Key job responsibilities

• Create detailed CAD drawings of delivery station layouts, integrating conveyor systems, sorting equipment, and automation solutions based on operational requirements and capacity targets.
• Lead and coordinate design efforts to develop optimal last-mile delivery station solutions, incorporating advanced material handling equipment, automation technologies, and modular systems.
• Develop and present comprehensive technical documents that detail the design specifications, engineering rationale, and how the project aligns with the business goals and requirements.
• Collaboration with internal teams and external vendors and stakeholders to generate high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
• Translate strategic visions into detailed roadmaps and specific technical solutions, communicating complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Continuously refine and iterate designs based on feedback, operational data, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Ensure that all design solutions meet safety standards, operational requirements, and sustainability goals while optimizing for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Stay current with the latest CAD technologies and best practices in industrial design to ensure optimal use of design tools and methodologies.
• Contribute to the development of design standards and best practices within the organization.

A day in the life

A typical day involves diving into CAD software to create and refine delivery station layouts. You'll analyze high-level demand projections to inform design decisions, ensuring future scalability. Collaborating with operations teams, you'll translate workflow needs into practical designs. Expect to juggle multiple projects, participating in design review meetings and coordinating with architects and civil engineering on detail drawings. You'll troubleshoot design challenges, conduct capacity analyses, and stay updated on industry innovations. The role demands a balance of analytical thinking, creative problem-solving, technical expertise, and effective communication to meet operational goals and deadlines.

About the team

Our Last Mile Design Engineering team is at the forefront of innovation in logistics infrastructure. We're a dynamic group of creative problem-solvers dedicated to optimizing Amazon's delivery network. Our diverse team combines expertise in industrial engineering, operations research, and CAD design to create robust solutions for our rapidly expanding last-mile operations. We thrive on challenges, collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, and take pride in seeing our designs come to life in Amazon's delivery stations worldwide.