Packaging Engineer - Sustainable, Mass Production

Amazon Inc.; 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

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.