Industrial Design Engineer, Global Sortation & Automation

Amazon Inc.; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking an Industrial Design Engineer for the WWEI Design Engineering team to lead the development of next‑generation sortation and transportation systems nationwide. You will drive design and process design efforts, collaborate with vendors, and manage complex projects from concept through implementation.

Expect to engage with internal and external partners across global sites, travel ~25%, and shape green-field and retrofit installations in automated facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in design/innovation, R&D, manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering.
• Experience managing design projects.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design and innovation for sortation and transportation networks.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with influence, negotiation and clear communication.
• Provide technical leadership for large-scale engineering projects.
• Articulate a compelling business case to senior executives with a detailed roadmap.

Skills

Design/Innovation

Project leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Global travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Amazon is seeking an Industrial Design Engineer for the WWEI Design Engineering team to lead the development of next‑generation sortation and transportation systems nationwide. You will drive design and process design efforts, collaborate with vendors, and manage complex projects from concept through implementation.

Expect to engage with internal and external partners across global sites, travel ~25%, and shape green-field and retrofit installations in automated facilities.