We are looking for a MOD Senior Engineer who will have the responsibility to drive the MOD business to the next level in his/her geography (e.g. Europe or North America). The role is part of a Global Engineering team but requires frequent travels in his/her geography.
This position requires a candidate with the proven ability to drive process improvements and the ability to keep pace with our explosive growth while motivating others to meet the challenges of an extremely deadline-driven environment.
Key job responsibilities
The MOD Senior Engineer is the technical expert in the network for his/her appointed “Manufacturing-On-Demand” (MOD) technology. He/she owns the completion of technical projects related to his/her MOD technology while working with multiple stakeholders. His/her main areas of responsibilities are the following:
• Research and develop the latest MOD technology
• Drive Factory-Acceptance-Test and Site-Acceptance-Test to qualify new MOD technology
• Drive all required certifications (safety, environmental, etc) for any new technology in his/her region, including regulatory certification as well as additional Amazon expectations
• Once qualified, deploy new MOD technology in existing MOD sites of his/her region
• Design site process flows and site layouts for new production sites or for modifications of existing site
• Lead the implementation of capacity expansion projects in his/her region
• Provide technical expertise to support Design & Construction teams in designing and building any new MOD facilities in his/her region
• Drive continuous improvement on the existing technology in his/her region with the support of the MOD vendors
A day in the life
The role requires the ability to deal with ambiguity due to the nature of the Manufacture-On-Demand business:
- The MOD Senior Engineer must be able to work under high autonomy, ready to go beyond their own boundaries and coordinate multiple independent stakeholders.
- The MOD Senior Engineer must reinforce & comply the standards in the design of a new facility.
- The MOD Senior Engineer must be ready to travel and work hands-on to ensure immediate and good decision making process.
- The MOD Senior Engineer needs to develop good relationships with all stakeholders while working remotely on their objectives
- 5+ years of directly managing and responsible for multiple large projects experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience and strong technical background in relevant fields of automated or non-automated material handling equipment- Master's degree in engineering, mechanical, operations, supply chain, business administration, or equivalent STEM field
- Experience in Lean Management, Six Sigma and other operations engineer tools
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $107,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $177,900/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit
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