Sr. Mgr Industrial Design Engineering, AMZL, WW Central Engineering

Amazon • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Amazon Logistics (AMZL) is undergoing growth at an unprecedented level on a
global scale. Our logistics teams are changing the way we interact with
customers around the globe every single day and solving some of the biggest
logistical challenges facing not just Amazon, but the entire industry.

In order to meet the needs of millions of customers worldwide in an environment
where speed is of the essence, we are consistently looking for the next
breakthrough or innovation which will disrupt the delivery business and enable a
step change in the way millions of customers get their orders.

Amazon is seeking a Senior Operations Engineer to support the Amazon Logistics
Process Engineering team innovate at scale. This individual will be the owner of
a process/product roadmap and ensuring delivery to the vision of the next
generation of AMZL delivery station. This is a unique opportunity at a critical
juncture in Amazons growth to drive end to end product delivery from inception
to execution. We are looking for passionate hands-on leaders with experience
managing new product and process development for high dollar value programs.

To be successful in this role you will need to be able to influence and work
with senior leaders across multiple organizations and geographies. You will work
with organizations such as Amazon Robotics, Worldwide Engineering and Design as
well as Operations to innovate at scale and drive the development roadmap. You
will manage large, complex initiatives, deal with ambiguity and advocate on
behalf of the customer to develop the next generation of AMZL delivery station.

As Senior Manager of Industrial Design Engineering, you lead a team of 10-15
engineers ensuring engineering excellence across your region. You act as the
guardian of design compliance and performance consistency for mature automation
technologies, working directly with vendors and integrators to maintain quality
standards. Your role bridges global innovation with local execution—translating
WW Central Engineering's standards into reliable, on-time deployments across
delivery stations. You balance technical oversight of complex automation
projects with strategic leadership, vendor management, and cross-functional
collaboration with operations, maintenance, and field teams to drive successful
implementations that meet Amazon's exacting standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years of program management, project management or product management experience
• Experience in Lean Management, Six Sigma and other operations engineer tools
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Advanced Excel, SQL, Tableau, Python

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in engineering, finance, supply chain, logistics, computer science or equivalent
• Experience with financial and statistical modeling
• Six Sigma Black Belt, or experience in automated conveyors systems and controls, electrical and electronic principles, blueprint and electrical schematic reading, CMMS programs, preventive maintenance procedures, industrial electrical, industrial controls , industrial electronics

Responsibilities

• Initiate, define, plan and manage the roll out of the product features and enhancements for the next generation of AMZL Delivery Station
• Work closely with a partner teams in Robotics, Engineering and Operations to build impactful products
• Identify new programs to onboard and integrate.
• Lead execution of the product with high-level of discipline and engagement with the product development teams.
• Present concepts, designs, program updates and roadmap to senior leadership on a frequent basis. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Hold partner teams accountable for delivery of project roadmap. Own a part of the vision of the next generation DS roadmap, including execution. Meet defined milestones and delivery dates.
• Drive a culture of innovation across the AMZL Engineering Org.
• Travel to various locations depending on business needs

Benefits

• 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
• parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level