Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Assembly

Amazon; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 137,300 - 185,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the design and scaling of assembly operations at a prototyping facility. With responsibilities spanning from partnering with design teams to defining manufacturing lines, this hands-on role demands strong knowledge of assembly methods and continuous improvement practices.

The ideal candidate will possess at least 7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering with a focus on electromechanical products. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of direct manufacturing engineering experience in high-volume assembly environments.
• Experience with commissioning and ramp-up of integrated assembly operations.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical joining and robotic assembly.

Responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing line concept and design including material flow.
• Define line requirements including layout and cycle times.
• Engage with equipment OEMs and oversee deployment processes.

Skills

Vendor management

Manufacturing cost reduction

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma methodologies

Assembly process design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in electrical or computer engineering

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to help concept, design, and scale assembly operations at a prototyping facility. The role is a hands‑on individual contributor responsible for designing processes, commissioning equipment, and scaling best practices.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Partner with product design teams to incorporate DFM/DFA considerations, advocate for the simplest and most reliable assembly processes, and iterate rapidly—especially as the product design itself is still evolving.
• Develop and prove out assembly methods—including joining, fastening, adhesive bonding, press‑fits, human‑assisted automation, and robotic assembly—for complex electromechanical products.
• Drive PFMEA considerations upstream in product development, treating the factory as a fully integrated product.
• Drive manufacturing line concept, design, requirements, sizing/balancing/timing, material flow, vendor selection, equipment specification, automation strategy, installation, and commissioning.
• Define line requirements including layout, work content, cycle times, rates, and headcount.
• Support detailed design of assembly equipment and fixturing; develop equipment specifications; identify vendors and manage the RFQ, selection, FAT, and deployment process.
• Engage with equipment OEMs, tooling suppliers, automation integrators, and key production partners.
• Drive project scope from concept through production launch.
• Drive production readiness and operational performance, including safety, quality, throughput, and scrap reduction.
• Identify opportunities to densify, reduce non‑value‑add operations, and drive significant improvements from one build iteration to the next.
• Develop and standardize assembly processes, control plans, maintenance strategies, and operational documentation.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and data‑driven problem‑solving to drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence, safety, and operational discipline.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in vendor management or facilities management.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.
• 7+ years of direct manufacturing engineering experience in high‑volume assembly environments for complex electromechanical products.
• Experience supporting commissioning, startup, and ramp‑up of integrated assembly operations.
• Strong knowledge of assembly methods including mechanical joining, fastening, adhesive bonding, press‑fits, human‑assisted automation, and robotic assembly.
• Track record of driving down manufacturing costs while maintaining or improving product quality.
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred).
• Ability to work effectively across cross‑functional teams in fast‑paced, high‑ambiguity environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production.
• Experience with the project management of technical projects.
• Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent.

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, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and options 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.

Base salary range: 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually. Location: USA, MA, N. Reading.