Operations Engineer: Global Material Handling Systems

Amazon; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking an Operations Engineer to lead cross-functional projects focused on the next generation of sortation and distribution solutions. You will manage schedules, mitigate risks, and ensure on-time handoffs while collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.

The role requires 75% travel and the ability to work from corporate offices. Relocation support may be provided, and a strong background in industrial/automation engineering is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other STEM field.
• 3+ years of industrial/operations or project engineering experience.
• Experience with material handling equipment (MHE).
• Intermediate knowledge of AutoCAD, VBA, and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Manage lifecycle of cross-functional projects from initiation to hand-off.
• Set milestones, drive schedules, and manage risk.
• Lead installation, throughput, and safety qualifications for systems.
• Communicate project status to leadership and stakeholders.
• Travel up to 75% domestically.

Skills

MHE experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

3+ years of relevant engineering experience

Tools

AutoCAD

VBA

SQL

Job description

Amazon is seeking an Operations Engineer to lead cross-functional projects focused on the next generation of sortation and distribution solutions. You will manage schedules, mitigate risks, and ensure on-time handoffs while collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.

The role requires 75% travel and the ability to work from corporate offices. Relocation support may be provided, and a strong background in industrial/automation engineering is essential.