Solutions Design Engineer, Solution Eng Team Ops Engineering Team (Ciudad Apodaca)

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 International fulfillment network focused on the LATAM Region Primarily, in order to come up with creative and implementable process improvement, Storage & MHE Designs and New Automation Implementation initiatives. This individual will also design development of new and existing fulfillment center layouts.

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 International 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

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

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