Sr. Server/Rack Manufacturing Engineer, Hardware Engineering - Manufacturing

Amazon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 159,200 - 215,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading cloud computing company is seeking a Sr. Server/Rack Manufacturing Engineer to join their hardware engineering team in Austin, Texas. In this role, you will oversee quality control processes, provide technical support, and evaluate product designs. Candidates should have extensive experience in high-volume manufacturing and product development. This position requires collaboration across teams and includes travel. The salary range is competitive with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience.
• 2+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience with server platforms or high-tech hardware.
• 5+ years of product development experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee quality control processes across Contract Manufacturers (CM), Original Design Manufacturers (ODM), and vendors.
• Provide hands-on technical support during new product introductions and launches.
• Evaluate and optimize product designs for quality assurance and manufacturing efficiency.
• Investigate and resolve customer escalations through comprehensive root cause analysis.
• Support global operations with regular domestic and international travel (25–50% of time).

Skills

High-volume manufacturing operations

Sourcing environments

Product development

Technical project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Sr. Server/Rack Manufacturing Engineer, Hardware Engineering - Manufacturing. Amazon Web Services’ Hardware Engineering team is looking for experienced professionals to help build the world’s premier cloud computing platform. This role focuses on operating in a fast-paced, multi-platform international manufacturing and production environment, working with ODMs, CMs, internal AWS hardware and software development teams, and upstream component vendors to monitor and improve incoming hardware quality. The engineer will own the manufacturing launch and resolution of process issues, drive production readiness, investigate hardware failures, and close gaps in supplier manufacturing processes.

You will join a diverse team and collaborate across AWS to deliver high safety and security standards while providing scalable capacity at a low cost. AWS promotes an inclusive culture that empowers you to own bold ideas to completion.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and oversee quality control processes across Contract Manufacturers (CM), Original Design Manufacturers (ODM), and vendors
• Provide hands-on technical support during new product introductions and launches
• Evaluate and optimize product designs for quality assurance and manufacturing efficiency of servers and rack systems
• Investigate and resolve customer escalations through comprehensive root cause analysis
• Support global operations with regular domestic and international travel (25–50% of time)

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience with server platforms or high-tech hardware
• 5+ years of product development experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
• Experience with project management of technical projects

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, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and RSUs. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, TX, Austin - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually

Posted: March 12, 2026 (Updated recently)

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