Innovation And Design Engineer, Worldwide Design Engineering

World Wide Design Engineering Opportunity

Transform the future of global logistics by joining World Wide Design Engineering! Imagine managing the design of the next generation of fulfillment centers that power Amazon's global supply chain. We're seeking an innovative engineer who thrives on turning complex challenges into practical solutions. Based in our growing hub in Nashville, you'll join a dynamic team revolutionizing how Amazon moves products around the world. You'll own the complete design journey - from initial concept through final approval - creating sophisticated solutions for our inbound supply chain, fulfillment, and distribution networks. As the technical authority for your projects, you'll collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to transform ideas into reality. Once designs are approved, you'll partner with our Ops Engineering team to ensure successful installation and launch. Your canvas will be diverse - from building new facilities from the ground up (green-field) to modernizing existing operations (brown-field) and strategic retrofits. You'll design fulfillment centers, cross-dock facilities, specialty sites for reverse logistics and hazmat, plus ground and air transportation hubs across North America and Europe. Some projects will follow proven templates while others will require completely fresh approaches. You'll join a team of exceptionally talented engineers who thrive on innovation. We manage hundreds of high-impact projects annually in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity is embraced as opportunity. This role offers immense growth potential as you tackle challenges that directly impact millions of customer experiences. We're looking for someone who takes ownership, drives results, and is eager to help shape the future of global logistics. If you're ready to make your mark on one of the world's most sophisticated supply chain networks, we want to talk to you.

Key job responsibilities:

Program Management & Executive Leadership

Manage comprehensive program management for complex, multi-site initiatives

Oversee $100MM+ capital projects, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic alignment

Develop finance breakdowns, budget management strategies, and executive-level reporting to Level 10+ leadership

Develop executive-level reporting on project status, risks, and mitigation strategies

Translate technical complexities into business impacts for senior leadership decision-making

Make strategic decisions with leadership on resource allocation and project prioritization

Establish timelines and critical path milestones for successful project delivery

Core Design Engineering Responsibilities

Manage mechanical design for FC systems throughout the entire development lifecycle

Develop comprehensive design specifications for automated handling equipment, packaging systems, and robotics solutions

Execute and validate engineering calculations to ensure operational performance requirements are met

Conduct thorough technical analyses to enhance facility layouts and optimize material flow pathways

Spearhead design initiatives for complex automation

Team Leadership & Talent Development

Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, and support career development coaching.

Support interview process and provide hiring recommendations for junior engineering positions to the team.

Ownership

Establish and maintain functional standards across engineering disciplines

Own end-to-end functional processes within design engineering domain

Ensure functional alignment with broader organizational goals and strategies

Project Management Functions

Simultaneously manage multiple multi-million dollar projects across diverse facility types and complexity levels.

Manage budgets for launching new facilities, including capital expenditure and operational costs

Function as the lead technical liaison between equipment vendors and internal Amazon teams

Facilitate design reviews while ensuring all solutions adhere to Amazon's rigorous standards

Oversee project timelines and deliverables with flexibility to accommodate shifting business priorities

Create detailed timelines for launch activities with clear dependencies and critical paths

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Engage with diverse teams including Operations, Construction, Controls Engineering, and Finance

Provide technical support during installation and commissioning phases to Operations Engineering and Execution teams

Work jointly with suppliers to create innovative efficiency-enhancing solutions

Offer technical expertise to resolve implementation challenges

Asset Procurement & Vendor Management

Lead procurement strategies for critical facility equipment and systems

Evaluate vendor proposals and negotiate technical specifications and commercial terms

Develop and maintain relationships with key equipment suppliers and service providers

Ensure procurement activities align with project timelines and budgetary constraints

Innovation Leadership

Recognize opportunities for design standardization and scalability

Assist in developing new design frameworks and operational best practices

Maintain awareness of industry advancements in automation and material handling technologies

Facilitate knowledge transfer across Amazon's global engineering network

Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance

Verify all designs meet relevant building codes, safety regulations, and Amazon standards

Lead comprehensive design reviews and risk assessment processes

Maintain meticulous technical documentation

Confirm implemented solutions match approved design specifications

Travel Requirements: Position requires regular site visits (approximately 25%) and occasional international travel.

A day in the life includes designing automated material handling systems that efficiently move products through our fulfillment centers. A typical day includes brainstorming solutions and concepts, completing detailed design reviews and audits, reviewing equipment specifications and vendor drawing packages for approvals, 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, and Finance, and 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.

Basic Qualifications:

5+ years of Design/Innovation, research & development, manufacturing, process, industrial engineering, or related experience

Experience in Design/Innovation, research & development, manufacturing, process, industrial engineering, or related work

Experience in management of engineering design projects

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Engineering (any domain) or foreign equivalent, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field

Knowledge of concepts like system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, and decision making

Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing

Experience with design-in-safety

Experience with process design based on Lean Principles

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit

https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations

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 - 94,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually