Amazon

Principal Architect, Advanced Manufacturing

Amazon$163K — $221K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
  • Licensed Architect (RA)
  • 15+ years of architectural experience in large industrial projects
  • Expertise in site planning, building systems, modular construction, and BIM coordination
  • Strong knowledge of building codes and sustainability frameworks
  • Proficiency in Revit, Revisto, and Navisworks

Responsibilities

  • Create design drawings, presentations, and digital models for design teams
  • Oversee construction drawings and deliverables for permitting
  • Build and lead the architectural team throughout the design process
  • Manage the complete design process, including final construction drawings
  • Resolve design changes during the construction phase
  • Collaborate with external firms to ensure design compliance and quality
  • Mentor junior engineers and support their professional growth
  • Provide detailed design updates during milestone reviews

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching plan
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
  • Access to Mental Health Support and EAP services
Full Job Description
We're seeking a Principal Architect to oversee the design of advanced manufacturing facilities infrastructure. This pivotal role will drive the development of next-generation manufacturing facilities, delivering efficiency in manufacturing at scale.

Key job responsibilities

Provide production of design drawings, presentation, and digital models in support of design teams

Overseeing drawings and deliverables for Permit/Construction, including plans, sections, details, schedules, layouts, calculations, and specifications for projects of various sizes and complexity

Build and lead the architectural team to execute all aspects of the design process

Oversee the complete design process, guiding concept evaluations and final decisions that result in fully developed construction drawings ready for permitting and construction

Address RFIs and resolve design changes during construction

Collaborate with external Engineering, Procurement, and Construction firms throughout bid and project execution phases to verify that all designs and specifications align with our Engineering Standards. Lead and support both internal teams and third-party engineers to maintain project quality and compliance.

Proactively share project requirements, updates, and status with both internal and external teams to keep everyone aligned. Guide and develop junior engineers through hands-on mentorship and professional growth opportunities.

Deliver comprehensive updates on design concepts and project progress during structured milestone reviews at the 30%, 60%, 90%, and IFC stages, engaging stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to ensure strategic alignment and transparency.

Create comprehensive design packages including detailed basis of design documents, sequence of operations, and contract-ready construction drawings to guide accurate project execution and stakeholder alignment.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect (RA)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

15+ years of architectural experience in large industrial, commercial, institutional, facilities

Expertise in site planning, building envelope systems, modular construction, and BIM coordination

Strong knowledge of building codes, accessibility standards, and sustainability frameworks

Proven ability to apply technical innovation to solve complex client challenges

Proficient in the use of Revit, Revisto, and Navisworks

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option 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.

USA, TX, Austin - 163,400.00 - 221,000.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

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