Innovation Engineering Manager, WW Innovation Engineering

Amazon; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RSUs

Sign-on payments

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC is seeking a Senior Innovation Engineer to lead the AMZL Automation Engineering team and drive the next generation of delivery stations. You will own the product roadmap, partner with operations and engineering teams, and manage large, cross-functional programs across North America.

You will guide field pilots, build roadmaps, and lead system integration with vendors and integrators while developing a high-performing team of engineers focused on scalable automation

Qualifications

• 7+ years of new hardware products development experience.
• 7+ years of engineering team management experience.
• Experience in DFx (cost, test, manufacturing).
• Experience with project management of technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, define, plan and lead pilots in the field for new automation and robotics technologies.
• Work closely with Operations, Field Eng partners and other stakeholders to lead field pilots end-to-end.
• Identify new programs to onboard and integrate.
• Lead the execution of the product with high-level of discipline and engagement with the product development teams.
• Build product roadmaps for bringing in new vendor developed technologies to pilot
• Lead the system integration pillar for NA based projects working with various integrators
• Build a team of engineers to lead the function in NA

Skills

New hardware dev

Engineering team management

Vendor & integrator coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Master's in Electrical/Mechanical/Power Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

ID lavoro: 10544186 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Amazon Logistics (AMZL) is undergoing growth at an unprecedented level on a global scale. Our logistics teams are changing the way we interact with customers around the globe every single day and solving some of the biggest logistical challenges facing not just Amazon, but the entire industry. In order to meet the needs of millions of customers worldwide in an environment where speed is of the essence, we are consistently looking for the next breakthrough or innovation which will disrupt the delivery business and enable a step change in the way millions of customers get their orders. Amazon is seeking a Senior Innovation Engineer to lead the Amazon Logistics Automation Engineering team and innovate at scale. This individual will be the owner of a product roadmap and ensure delivery to the vision of the next generation of AMZL delivery station. This is a unique opportunity at a critical juncture in Amazon's growth to drive end to end product delivery from inception to execution. We are looking for passionate, hands-on leaders with experience managing new product and process development for high dollar value programs. To be successful in this role, you will need to influence and work with senior leaders across multiple organizations and geographies. You will work with organizations such as Amazon Robotics, Worldwide Engineering and Design, as well as Operations, to innovate at scale and drive the development roadmap. You will manage large, complex initiatives, deal with ambiguity, and advocate on behalf of the customer to develop the next generation of AMZL delivery stations.

Key job responsibilities

• Initiate, define, plan and lead pilots in the field for new automation and robotics technologies.
• Work closely with Operations, Field Eng partners and other stakeholders to lead field pilots end-to-end.
• Identify new programs to onboard and integrate.
• Lead the execution of the product with high-level of discipline and engagement with the product development teams.
• Build product roadmaps for bringing in new vendor developed technologies to pilot
• Lead the system integration pillar for NA based projects working with various integrators
• Build a team of engineers to lead the function in NA

About the team

As Senior Manager of Innovation Engineering, you lead a team of 6-10 engineers ensuring new technology integration in your region. You act as the guardian of design compliance and performance consistency for mature automation technologies, working directly with vendors and integrators to maintain quality standards. Your role bridges global innovation with local execution—translating WW Central Engineering's standards into reliable, on-time deployments across delivery stations. You balance technical oversight of complex automation projects with strategic leadership, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration with operations, maintenance, and field teams to drive successful implementations that meet Amazon's exacting standards.

• 7+ years of new hardware products development experience
• 7+ years of engineering team management experience
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience in engineering team management
• Experience in new hardware product development
• Experience in DFx (cost, test, manufacturing)
• Experience with the project management of technical projects
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
• Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Power Engineering, or a related field
• Experience developing products for large volume production
• Experience managing teams of 8+ engineers

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&DD 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 .

Qualifiche Preferenziali

• Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Power Engineering, or a related field
• Experience developing products for large volume production
• Experience managing teams of 8+ engineers

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&DD 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 .

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