Jobs at Amazon in United States

Amazon opened its virtual doors in 1995 and strives to be the world’s most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online. The goal of Amazon Logistics is to build a world-class last mile operation. Amazon Logistics aims to exceed the expectations of our customers by ensuring that their orders, no matter how large or small, are delivered as quickly, accurately, and cost-effectively as possible.

The European Amazon Logistics team is seeking a detail-oriented and innovative Design, Simulation and Drafting Technician to join our Design Engineering team. This role is crucial in creating the foundational designs that power our delivery station network, ensuring optimal layout and functionality that drives operational excellence.

As a member of the EU Amazon Logistics Design team, you will collaborate with Design Engineers to create detailed CAD layouts and station simulations that bring delivery station concepts to life. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of our delivery stations, contributing to Amazon's customer-centric mission through thoughtful design implementations.

Key job responsibilities

• Create detailed interior layout drawings with high precision, incorporating material handling equipment, work areas, and operational components.
• Simulate new processes and technologies to improve the efficiency of the delivery stations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Design Engineers, World Wide Engineering, Pre-Construction, and external vendors to deliver approved design sets.
• Drive quality control through peer reviews and adherence to design standards.
• Incorporate new technologies and process improvements to enhance safety, quality, and productivity.
• Support post-permit design updates, expansions, and retrofits to optimize delivery station operations.

A day in the life

You'll work closely with Design Engineers to understand project requirements and translate them into detailed layouts. You will be responsible for simulating different new technologies and processes to improve the output of a delivery station. Your day will include participating in design review sessions, collaborating with architects and MHE vendors, and ensuring designs meet our exacting standards. You'll be instrumental in creating solutions that optimize space utilization while maintaining safety and efficiency standards.

About the team

What do we do?

Our team partners closely with AMZL Operations and support functions to identify, design, and develop best-in-class process infrastructure and process layouts, and deliver them as EU AMZL network standards.

We have a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we celebrate knowledge sharing and mentorship. We also care about your career growth, so we assign projects based on what will help each team member to continue the development.

Inclusive Team Culture:

Our team is intentional about building a climate where respect, equity, and positive recognition of differences are cultivated as we think it is the best environment to foster innovation.

We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Drafting and Design.
• 2+ years of AutoCAD experience in an Architecture, Design, or Construction capacity.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and Bluebeam.
• 2+ years of experience with simulation tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with 3D modeling, AutoTURN, Revit, and BIM software.
• Background in warehouse and distribution center design.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Design Engineer • Madrid, Community of Madrid, ESP