Operations Engineer, Operations Engineering

Amazon; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in Arlington, VA seeks an Operations Engineer to lead and manage cross-functional projects, delivering next-generation sortation and distribution solutions. You will drive planning, execution, and handover with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires up to 80% travel, willingness to relocate within commuting distance, and relocation support. You will partner with teams to prioritize, set milestones, and optimize facility networks across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or STEM field.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360).
• 1+ years in roles like Project Engineer, Process Engineer, Project Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, or related occupation.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex project lifecycles across organizations and geographies as project owner.
• Participate in engineering reviews impacting system solutions, architecture, and facility processes.
• Set priorities with stakeholders, establish milestones, drive schedules, identify dependencies, and mitigate risks.
• Lead designs of systems and automated equipment per standards; perform installation, throughput, and safety qualifications.
• Facilitate meetings with clear objectives; document discussions and actions for alignment.
• Communicate project status, risk analysis, and mitigation plans to leadership.
• Explain system and equipment designs to internal customers and partners.
• Manage change orders, purchase orders, and invoice approvals.
• Build relationships with internal/external stakeholders across projects.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and reduce costs.
• Travel up to 80% domestically with extended trips up to three weeks.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or STEM

Master’s degree in Engineering/Operations (preferred)

Tools

CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360)

Job description

Description

As an Operations Engineer, you will lead and manage the lifecycle of challenging cross-functional projects, developing and delivering the next generation of sortation and distribution solutions. You are a customer obsessed leader that will play an integral part in planning and implementation of the facility network infrastructure including new builds, retrofits, expansions and program initiatives. Partnering with internal customers and internal/external stakeholders to engage as a team and ensure a timely handover will be part of your critical tasks.

As an Operations Engineer, you will lead and manage the lifecycle of challenging cross-functional projects, developing and delivering the next generation of sortation and distribution solutions. You are a customer obsessed leader that will play an integral part in planning and implementation of the facility network infrastructure including new builds, retrofits, expansions and program initiatives. Partnering with internal customers and internal/external stakeholders to engage as a team and ensure a timely handover will be part of your critical tasks.

This role requires up to 80% travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. Relocation assistance may be provided.

Key job responsibilities

• Independently manage complex project lifecycles across organizations and geographies, delivering on objectives and targets as project owner.
• Participate in engineering reviews, providing tangible impact on system solutions, architecture, and facility processes.
• Partner with internal teams, stakeholders, and vendors to set priorities, establish milestones, and drive schedules. Proactively identify dependencies, problem-solve, and mitigate risks.
• Lead execution of systems and automated equipment designs per established standards. Perform installation, throughput, and safety qualifications. Optimize systems and resolve technical deficiencies.
• Facilitate effective meetings with clear objectives and appropriate stakeholders. Document discussions, decisions, and action items to ensure alignment.
• Communicate project status, risk analysis, and mitigation plans promptly and accurately. Provide clear, concise summaries to leadership.
• Articulate system and equipment designs, including layouts, specifications, and capabilities to internal customers and partners.
• Manage change orders, purchase orders, and invoice approvals efficiently.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across multiple projects.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives that enhance team efficiency and deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Travel up to 80% domestically, with variable intensity including extended trips up to three weeks.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other STEM field
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360, etc.)
• 1+ years of experience as a Project Engineer, Process Engineer, Project Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, or related occupation

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related STEM field
• Operations Management/Distribution Center experience with direct management or responsibility for material handling, automation, or other technical projects
• Experience with Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet programs
• Experience with design and/or implementation automation solutions, such as Conveyors, Sorters, high speed manufacturing and packaging lines, Robotic work cells
• Proven technical leadership for industrial engineering projects or program

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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&D 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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Company

Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A10385593