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Senior MHE Intralogistics Design Engineer , Worldwide Design and Engineering

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Amazon

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
    Engineering
  • Barcelona

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s in Engineering, design project management experience, CAD proficiency, global travel availability, and ideally a Master’s with 5 years in material handling and process design.
  • You will design engineering solutions for material flow, lead projects, collaborate with teams and vendors, manage multiple tasks, and present technical strategies to executives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any discipline) or foreign equivalent or a related field
  • Experience in Design/Innovation Engineering, Manufacturing/Process/Industrial Engineering, or related
  • Experience must involve ownership/management of engineering design projects.
  • Proficiency using business/technical software like MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software.
  • Ability to travel 20% globally.
  • Master’s degree in Engineering (any discipline) or foreign equivalent, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field and at least five years experience in the Material Handling Intralogistics industry.
  • Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, robotics and/or high-speed manufacturing.
  • Experience with process design and based on Lean Principles.
  • Proficiency with concepts like system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, and using statistics and data to solve problems
  • Design-in-Safety experience

Responsibilities

  • Invent, design, and implement engineering solutions to complex material flow/transformation and human/machine efficiency problems throughout the global Amazon supply chain.
  • Lead and coordinate design and innovation efforts to develop optimal solutions for the fulfillment and transportation network through equipment specification, material flow, process design, site layout, and intellectual property considerations.
  • Collaboration with internal teams and external vendors to generate high-quality, cost-effective solutions in very short periods of time.
  • Simultaneously manage multiple projects and tasks while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.
  • Provide technical leadership for large-scale engineering projects.
  • Effectively communicate the vision, detailed roadmap, and specific technical solutions to make a compelling business case with senior executives.

FAQs

What is the required educational background for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any discipline) or foreign equivalent is required for this position.

How much experience is needed in the field of Material Handling Intralogistics?

At least five years of experience in the Material Handling Intralogistics industry is preferred, especially for candidates with a Master's degree.

Is travel a requirement for this role?

Yes, the position requires the ability to travel globally up to 20%.

What are the key responsibilities of a Senior MHE Intralogistics Design Engineer?

Key responsibilities include inventing and designing engineering solutions for material flow, leading design efforts, collaborating with internal and external teams, managing multiple projects, and providing technical leadership.

What software proficiency is expected for this role?

Proficiency in business/technical software such as MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software is required.

Do I need specific experience with automated material handling equipment or robotics?

Yes, experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, robotics, and/or high-speed manufacturing is highly desirable.

What types of projects will I be working on?

You will work on a variety of projects including green-fields, brown-fields, and retrofits, involving fulfillment centers, cross-dock facilities, specialty facilities, and transportation centers.

What are some of the benefits offered to employees?

Employees may receive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, maternity and parental leave options, and paid time off (PTO).

Is there an opportunity for growth and development in this role?

Yes, this position offers a chance for personal and professional growth while working on high-impact, high-visibility projects in a fast-paced environment.

What values does Amazon prioritize in its workforce?

Amazon values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets, and emphasizes discovery, invention, simplification, and building.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. We are driven by the excitement of building technologies, inventing products, and providing services that change lives. We embrace new ways of doing things, make decisions quickly, and are not afraid to fail. We have the scope and capabilities of a large company, and the spirit and heart of a small one. Together, Amazonians research and develop new technologies from Amazon Web Services to Alexa on behalf of our customers: shoppers, sellers, content creators, and developers around the world. Our mission is to be Earth's most customer-centric company. Our actions, goals, projects, programs, and inventions begin and end with the customer top of mind. You'll also hear us say that at Amazon, it's always "Day 1."​ What do we mean? That our approach remains the same as it was on Amazon's very first day - to make smart, fast decisions, stay nimble, invent, and focus on delighting our customers.