Engineering Program Manager

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Amazon has created some of the most game-changing technologies in the world. From the introduction of innovative new products like the Kindle, to the development of new ways for customers to leverage Amazon's vast infrastructure through Fulfillment by Amazon, and Amazon Web Services, we have consistently driven change from the front of the pack.

Engineering Program Manager, Automation Deployment Engineering
The WWE Deployment Team will take a lead role in ensuring the successful deployment and launch of new technologies and processes developed with Amazon's World Wide Engineering Team. The role is focused specifically on “New” technologies and processes. The position will work directly for the World Wide Engineering Team, and support the Regional Operational Teams in launching these new technologies.
Additionally, this role will support the Seattle-Based Design & Engineering team in developing solutions and applications to solve the problems of tomorrow in the Amazon Global Customer Fulfillment Solutions, as well as re-engineering launched technologies and processes for continuous improvements.

A successful candidate should be capable in the integration and launch of complex automated solutions. These solutions will involve many types of automation including robotics, sortation and conveyance, controls integration, vision systems, and process development/optimization.

Responsibilities:
· Lead the deployment, launch, and continuous improvement of new technologies & process automation developed within Amazon's World Wide Engineering Team.
· Support the development of new process automation, related to complex material flow/transportation and human/machine efficiency problems throughout the global Amazon supply chain.
· Support the 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.
· Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to generate high quality, cost effective solutions and deliver results on time.
· Simultaneously manage multiple projects and tasks while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.
· Support current production activities when required to ensure high availability of the production systems related to new technologies
· Lead continuous improvement processes to improve machine up-time and reduce machine breakdowns related to new technologies
· Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and quality issues related to new technologies and participate in root cause analysis to mitigate operational exposure
· Design, fabricate, implement, and fully document equipment improvements and modifications related to new technologies

Desired profile

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor's degree in Engineering (any discipline), and two years working experience in-line with role's level of responsibility including program management.
· Experience working with the designs of complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.
· Experience with process design based on Lean principles.
· Proficiency using business/technical software like MS Excel, MS Project, and AutoCAD software.
· Proficiency with concepts such as system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, and decision making.
· Design-in-Safety experience
· Ability to travel significantly to support Amazon's network locations based primarily within the continental United States, as well as the Seattle Engineering Headquarters. Some international travel may also be required. Must have a valid US driver license with ability to rent a car.