Design Engineer: New Tech Integration for Global Facilities

Amazon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Technology is seeking a Design Engineer to own the design for maintainability and serviceability of new Fulfillment Centers. You will lead cross‑functional efforts, travel to sites for audits, and ensure designs meet standards, scalability, and supportability within the Amazon fulfillment network.

The role focuses on optimizing mechanical systems, coordinating across disciplines, and documenting engineering decisions while driving continuous improvement and reliability across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or technology, or 4+ years of Amazon RME BB/3P Full Time Exempt experience.
• 3+ years of industrial, operations, manufacturing, or project engineering experience.
• Experience in material handling equipment (MHE) or automation environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead optimization of mechanical system designs within budget, coordinating across disciplines and managing trade-offs.
• Direct 3D modeling efforts and clash detection management across project portfolio.
• Review and approve 2D installation layout drawings.
• Validate spatial analysis of clearance envelopes, egress pathways, etc. across projects.
• Ensure maintenance and safety standards are applied consistently across all projects.
• Ensure all engineering decisions are properly documented through design plans, complete installation files, and engineering instructions.
• Travel to sites as needed to conduct audits, resolve complex issues, and support teams.
• Develop engineering team capabilities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or technology

4+ years of Amazon RME BB/3P Full Time Exempt experience

Job description

Amazon Technology is seeking a Design Engineer to own the design for maintainability and serviceability of new Fulfillment Centers. You will lead cross‑functional efforts, travel to sites for audits, and ensure designs meet standards, scalability, and supportability within the Amazon fulfillment network.

The role focuses on optimizing mechanical systems, coordinating across disciplines, and documenting engineering decisions while driving continuous improvement and reliability across projects.