senior engineer, Design & Operations

Starbucks; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with match

Tuition coverage

Job summary

Starbucks Now Brewing – senior engineer, Design & Operations is a pivotal role in Seattle. You will apply data, research, and creative problem-solving to develop, launch, and sustain the coffeehouse productivity strategy, partnering across the enterprise to advance engineering initiatives for equipment and development.

You will use simulation and CAD tools to craft solutions that drive performance, lead cross-functional teams, and translate business needs into clear objectives while ensuring

Qualifications

• BS or higher in engineering (industrial, mechanical, electrical) or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years in engineering with increasing scope and responsibilities.
• 3+ years in technical project execution with attention to detail and results.
• 5-8 years in performance metrics development and root cause analysis.
• 5+ years in project management.
• 1-3 years supervision of contractors.

Responsibilities

• Apply data, research, and creative problem-solving to develop, launch, and sustain the coffeehouse productivity strategy.
• Partner across the enterprise to advance engineering initiatives for equipment, stations, and coffeehouse development.
• Use simulation, enterprise analytics, and CAD tools to design solutions that improve business performance.
• Lead cross-functional teams, translate business needs into clear objectives, and resolve process, modeling, and operational issues to keep projects on track.
• Partner with the testing team to measure throughput and productivity in laboratory and retail Coffee House environments.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Throughput measurement

Simulation

CAD tools

Education

BS in engineering (industrial, mechanical, electrical) or related

Tools

CAD tools

Enterprise analytics

Simulation

Job description

Now Brewing – senior engineer, Design & Operations! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

As a senior engineer, Design & Operations, you will…

• Apply data, research, and creative problem-solving to develop, launch, and sustain the coffeehouse productivity strategy.
• Partner across the enterprise to advance engineering initiatives for equipment, stations, and coffeehouse development.
• Use simulation, enterprise analytics, and CAD tools to design solutions that improve business performance.
• Lead cross-functional teams, translate business needs into clear objectives, and resolve process, modeling, and operational issues to keep projects on track.
• Partner with the testing team to measure throughput and productivity in laboratory and retail Coffee House environments.

We’d Love To Hear From People With

• Education (minimum education level, degree or certification necessary): BS or higher in engineering (industrial, mechanical, electrical engineering) or related technical discipline
• Engineering (electrical, mechanical, chemical or industrial) with increasing scope and responsibilities (5+ years)
• Technical project execution with demonstrated attention to detail and achieving results without direct supervision (+3 years)
• Performance metrics development and root cause analysis (5-8 years)
• Project management (5+ years)
• Supervision, including direct supervision of contractors (1-3 years)

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

• If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

We believe we do our best work when we’re together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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