Project Engineer - Firm Engineering Planning

Job description

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 Project Engineer. This individual will deep-dive and challenge current processes, equipment, and procedures, in our North American fulfillment network, in order to come up with creative and implementable process improvement initiatives. This individual will also contribute to the design and development of present and future generation fulfillment centers.

A successful candidate will have an established background in developing high-performance physical systems, a strong technical problem solving ability, excellent project management skills, and an internal motivation to achieve results in a fast-paced and often ambiguous environment. Amazon’s culture encourages innovation and expects engineers and managers alike to take a high level of ownership in solving complex problems. The Project Engineer would be an agile natural self-starter with the ability to keep relentlessly driving projects and various functional teams and individuals at all levels of the organization in order to be successful.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Own the design and development of engineering solutions for complex material handling challenges considering human/equipment interactions for the North America fulfillment network
· Lead and coordinate concept and design development efforts for optimal solutions for the North America 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 project lessons learned 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 North America Start-up, North America Launch team, Worldwide Design Engineering team, North America Procurement, Information Technology, Loss Prevention, Facilities, Safety, Change Management and North America Operations
· Ability to travel up to 30% to interact with internal and external business and technical leaders