Senior Operations Engineer, Global Fulfillment Automation

Amazon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC seeks a Senior Operations Engineer to lead cross-functional projects for sortation and distribution systems. You will manage schedules, risks, and vendor coordination, ensuring timely handovers and streamlined execution.

The role requires up to 80% travel and flexibility to relocate near a corporate office. A strong background in industrial/mechanical engineering and CAD tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field required.
• 8+ years of experience in project engineering, process engineering, project management, or related roles.
• Experience managing cross-functional project lifecycles and automated equipment/integrated systems.
• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360, etc.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage complex project lifecycles across orgs and geographies.
• Participate in engineering reviews and impact system solutions.
• Set priorities, milestones, and drive schedules with stakeholders.
• Lead execution of system and equipment designs; perform qualifications and optimizations.
• Document discussions and decisions; communicate status and risks to leadership.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Risk mitigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or STEM

Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or MBA equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

BIM 360

Job description

Amazon.com Services LLC seeks a Senior Operations Engineer to lead cross-functional projects for sortation and distribution systems. You will manage schedules, risks, and vendor coordination, ensuring timely handovers and streamlined execution.

The role requires up to 80% travel and flexibility to relocate near a corporate office. A strong background in industrial/mechanical engineering and CAD tools is essential.