Sr. Innovation and Design Engineer, Worldwide Design and Engineering Key job responsibilities Design Engineering - Lead the architectural and mechanical design of complex fulfillment center systems, from concept development through final approval - Create detailed design specifications and documentation for automated material handling equipment, packaging systems, and robotics solutions - Develop and validate engineering calculations to ensure system performance meets operational requirements - Perform rigorous technical analysis to optimize facility layouts and material flow paths Project Leadership - Own multiple concurrent projects spanning different facility types and complexity levels - Serve as primary technical point of contact for equipment suppliers and internal stakeholders - Drive design reviews and ensure all solutions meet Amazon's safety, quality, and performance standards - Manage project timelines and deliverables while adapting to changing business needs Technical Collaboration - Partner with cross-functional teams including Operations, Construction, Controls Engineering, and Finance - Support Ops Engineering during installation and commissioning phases to ensure successful implementation - Collaborate with suppliers to develop innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency Provide technical guidance to resolve design-related issues during implementation Innovation & Continuous Improvement - Identify opportunities to standardize designs and create scalable solutions - Contribute to the development of new design templates and best practices - Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in automation and material handling - Document lessons learned and share knowledge across the global design engineering network Quality & Compliance - Ensure all designs meet applicable building codes, safety regulations, and Amazon standards - Conduct thorough design reviews and risk assessments - Maintain detailed technical documentation for all projects - Verify that implemented solutions align with approved designs and specifications Note: This role requires regular travel to project sites (approximately 25%) and occasional international travel to support global initiatives. A day in the life Design automated material handling systems that efficiently move products through our fulfillment centers. A typical day includes concepting layouts, brainstorming solutions, reviewing equipment specifications, and validating system throughput calculations. Work closely with equipment suppliers to refine designs and ensure solutions meet our requirements for safety, reliability, and performance. Collaborate with key internal partners including Operations, Construction, Controls Engineering, Finance, and Launch teams to deliver comprehensive solutions. Partner with external stakeholders such as equipment manufacturers, system integrators, and building architects to execute designs. Manage multiple concurrent projects at different stages - from concept development through installation and commissioning. Focus on optimizing material flow, scaling for peak periods, and integrating new technologies while maintaining system reliability. Success in this role comes from combining strong technical skills with effective stakeholder communication and the ability to drive decisions in a fast-paced environment. Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include: 1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options 3. Paid Time Off (PTO) 4. 401(k) Plan If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you're passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply! BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of design & innovation, research & development work experience - Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a foreign equivalent - Experience with design & innovation and research & development - Experience in management of engineering design projects - Experience using business or technical software like MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of specialty (with progressive responsibility) experience - Master's degree in Engineering (any domain), Operations, Business Administration, or a related field - Knowledge of concepts like system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, electronic system design, and decision making - Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing - Experience with design-in-safety 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, TN, Nashville - 125,500.00 - 169,800.00 USD annually