Packaging Engineer, Leo Customer Terminals

Amazon.com; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Leo is seeking a Packaging Engineer for Leo Customer Terminals in Redmond, WA. You will design and validate consumer-focused packaging, balance cost, size and schedule, and collaborate with suppliers to optimize processes across domestic and international sites.

The role requires a mechanical engineering background, prototyping experience, and strong communication skills to clearly present technical information to executives and non-technical leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with prototyping and implementation.
• 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in written and verbal communication with the ability to present complex technical information clearly to executives and non-technical leaders.
• Deep understanding of material selection, customization, optimization, and qualification for high end consumer electronics paper-based retail and commercial packaging.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and document consumer-facing packaging components and assemblies at low cost of ownership.
• Conduct tests and engineering studies to validate packaging robustness and performance; identify and reduce packaging risks.
• Review and develop process, automation opportunities, and fixtures with contract manufacturers and packaging suppliers.
• Foster clarity and shared understanding of packages and related processes, balancing tradeoffs like cost, size, and schedule.
• Travel domestically and internationally to supplier sites to collaborate and keep teams moving.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Job description

Packaging Engineer, Leo Customer Terminals

Job ID: 10595018 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

Export Control Requirement

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Key job responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and document consumer-facing packaging components and assemblies that delight consumers at the lowest cost of ownership. Redefine what sustainable packaging can be.
• Conduct tests and engineering studies to validate the robustness and proper performance of new packaging. Identify and reduce packaging risks.
• Review and develop process, automation opportunities, and fixtures with contract manufacturers and packaging suppliers.
• Bring clarity, and simplicity to complexity, probe assumptions, illuminate pitfalls, and foster shared understanding of packages and their related processes.
• Travel domestically and internationally to supplier sites to collaborate with staff and keep teams moving.

A day in the life

• Design, analyze, and document consumer-facing packaging components and assemblies that delight consumers at the lowest cost of ownership. Redefine what sustainable packaging can be.
• Conduct tests and engineering studies to validate the robustness and proper performance of new packaging. Identify and reduce packaging risks.
• Review and develop process, automation opportunities, and fixtures with contract manufacturers and packaging suppliers.
• Bring clarity, and simplicity to complexity, probe assumptions, illuminate pitfalls, and foster shared understanding of packages and their related processes, balancing tradeoffs such as cost, size, and schedule.
• Travel domestically and internationally to supplier sites to collaborate with staff and keep teams moving.

About the team

Amazon Leo is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Amazon Leo will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Experience with prototyping and implementation
• 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience in written and verbal communication with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to executives and non-technical leaders
• Deep understanding and experience with material selection, material customization, optimization, and qualification for high end consumer electronics paper-based retail and commercial packaging

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Experience engaging, verbally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders to convey complex ideas in a clear, concise manner
• Demonstrated ability shipping Consumer Electronics packaging in mass production, globally

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&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 .

USA, WA, Redmond - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually