Solutions Design Engineer , Solution Eng Team (Tlajomulco de Zúñiga)

DESCRIPTION

Amazon created one of the most sophisticated supply chains in the world. From the introduction of Amazon Prime, to the use of advanced technology for package delivery, Amazon consistently drives change from the front of the pack.

Amazon is seeking an experienced and detail oriented Sr. Solutions Design Engineer. This individual will deep-dive and challenge current processes, equipment, and procedures, in our European fulfillment network, in order to come up with creative and implementable process improvement initiatives. This individual will also design development of new and existing fulfillment center layouts.

Key job responsibilities

• Own the design and development of engineering solutions for complex material handling challenges considering human/equipment interactions for the European fulfillment network
• Lead and coordinate concept and design development efforts for optimal solutions for the Mexico & Brazil fulfillment network through equipment specification, material flow, process design, ergonomics, associate experience, operational considerations and site layout
• Work closely with vendors, suppliers and other teams to create innovative solutions
• Simultaneously manage multiple high-visibility projects and tasks while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors
• Conduct post mortem on designs after implementation in partnering with Safety and Operations
• Collaborate with the Fulfillment Center start-up team and launch team to ensure every detail is thought through and documented using a layout, module or Standard Operating Procedure and change control
• Develop, document and update design standards in conjunction with worldwide design teams
• Build strong working relationships with key company partners such as Start-up, Launch team, Worldwide Design team, Procurement, Information Technology, Loss Prevention, Facilities, Safety, Change Management and EU Operations
• Ability to travel up to 50% to interact with internal and external business and technical leaders

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of industrial engineer, operations engineer, manufacturing engineer, or project engineer in a manufacturing environment experience
• Bachelor's degree
• Experience Experience working with Material handling equipment (MHE)
• Fluent in Spanish and English (C1+)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of AutoCAD, VBA, and SQL at the intermediate level
• Experience working with and managing third party vendors
• Experience with Six Sigma, lean manufacturing
• Knowledge of Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Polish, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans or Zulu