AWS Manufacturing & Repair operations is focused on automated assembly solutions where innovative solutions are needed to accelerate overall manufacturing time, working backwards from customers to increase critical capacity for AWS services by improving yield and reliability while reducing cycle time. This new highly cross-functional initiative brings together critical expertise from a wide-range of Amazon teams dedicated to meeting and exceeding customer expectations through innovative validation processes and Amazon operational excellence.

We are seeking a Process Engineer to own the operational workflow and design for a new manufacturing and repair program dedicated to innovating material movement workflow in and around automated assembly processes. In this role, you will design and implement end-to-end material flow strategies, develop operational processes from concept through execution, and establish the foundational workflows that enable efficient manufacturing and repair operations at scale. You will work in an ambiguous environment where the business problem is known, but the technical strategy and operational framework must be developed from the ground up. You will investigate and develop strategies and concepts to frame solution sets that optimize material handling, minimize bottlenecks, and integrate seamlessly with automated assembly systems. Your work will directly impact the efficiency, quality, and scalability of AWS's manufacturing and repair operations for business-critical platforms.

AWS Manufacturing & Repair is a part of the broader AWS Infrastructure Services team which owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We are the teams who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help. You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Key job responsibilities

Operational Workflow Design & Strategy

Own end-to-end operational workflow design for manufacturing and repair processes, from material receipt through final product delivery.

Develop and implement material movement strategies that optimize flow in and around automated assembly processes.

Design operational processes that balance throughput, quality, cost, and safety requirements.

Create process maps, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and workflow documentation that enable scalable operations.

Investigate and resolve complex operational problems, implementing effective and efficient solutions.

Make strategic decisions on process architecture with implications for program deliverables and long-term operational excellence.

Material Flow Innovation

Innovate material handling solutions that integrate with automated assembly systems, robotics, and manufacturing equipment.

Design material flow patterns that minimize handling, reduce cycle time, and eliminate waste.

Develop strategies for managing work-in-process (WIP) inventory, buffer locations, and material staging areas.

Partner with automation teams to ensure material movement workflows align with equipment capabilities and constraints.

Apply Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize material flow.

Identify opportunities for automation and mechanization of material handling processes.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Influence

Lead high-impact, large-scale, cross-functional projects involving manufacturing engineering, facilities, automation, quality, and supply chain teams.

Facilitate teamwork and lead discussions to unpack and decompose complex operational challenges.

Build cross-functional support by demonstrating ownership, being Right A Lot, and maintaining a strong backbone when presenting unpopular positions.

Influence design teams to adopt Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles that enable efficient material flow.

Partner with suppliers and equipment vendors to develop material handling solutions and establish operational requirements.

Communicate operational strategies clearly to senior leadership, providing data-driven recommendations.

About the team

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

- Experience carrying new design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production

- Experience with large-scale power systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure experience

- Knowledge of critical data center equipment

- Experience reading and writing procedures, technical documents, and engineering drawings, or experience in electrical or mechanical engineering

- Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, or OSHA

- Experience in project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure

- Experience in Data Center Engineering Operations, with a deep understanding of electrical and mechanical data center infrastructure

- Experience reading and interpreting construction specifications and drawings for all domains

- Knowledge of power distribution and data center mechanical cooling systems

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, KY, Florence - 139,300.00 - 208,000.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Austin - 139,300.00 - 208,000.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Bellevue - 139,300.00 - 208,000.00 USD annually