Senior Architect, Advanced Manufacturing and BIM Leadership

Amazon Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 163,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in Austin, TX seeks a Principal Architect to oversee the design of advanced manufacturing facilities infrastructure, driving next‑generation facilities and efficiency at scale.

You will produce design drawings, lead a team, manage permit/construction packages, coordinate with external firms, mentor junior engineers, and deliver progress updates at key milestones through IFC stages.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of architectural experience in large facilities.
• Expertise in site planning, building envelopes, modular construction, and BIM coordination.
• Strong knowledge of codes, accessibility, and sustainability.
• Proficient with Revit, Revisto, and Navisworks.
• Licensed Architect (RA) required.

Responsibilities

• Produce design drawings, presentations, and digital models for design teams.
• Oversee permit/construction drawings and specifications for projects of various sizes.
• Lead and mentor an architectural team through the design process.
• Guide the design from concept to construction documents for permitting and construction.
• Address RFIs and changes during construction.
• Coordinate with external firms to ensure standards and quality.
• Share updates and mentor junior engineers for growth.
• Deliver milestone design updates at 30%, 60%, 90%, and IFC stages.
• Create design packages including basis of design and operation sequences.

Skills

15+ years experience

Site planning

BIM coordination

Revit

Navisworks

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect (RA)

Tools

Revisto

Job description

Amazon.com Services LLC in Austin, TX seeks a Principal Architect to oversee the design of advanced manufacturing facilities infrastructure, driving next‑generation facilities and efficiency at scale.

You will produce design drawings, lead a team, manage permit/construction packages, coordinate with external firms, mentor junior engineers, and deliver progress updates at key milestones through IFC stages.