Warehouse Automation Manager, Engineering

Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering · Logistics Management

In short

Amazon is seeking a passionate Warehouse Automation Manager to lead innovation and product development for material handling equipment (MHE) within its fulfillment network. The role involves owning the automation roadmap, from concept engineering to implementation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and capacity. Experience with automated equipment, Kaizen, and continuous improvement is required.

Responsibilities

Design and standardize automation prototypes for conveyors, lifts, and other MHE, managing the full lifecycle from concept engineering through implementation and performance qualification.
Build and own the automation roadmap by researching new technologies, benchmarking industry best practices, and evaluating alternative solutions that balance quality, cost, and operational impact.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders — including Safety, Maintenance, Process Engineering, and Finance — to develop material flow layouts and engineering specifications for new and existing facilities.
Lead vendor qualification, development, and management activities including preparation of Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Quotation (RFQ), and scopes of work, while driving techno-commercial discussions with procurement and project teams.
Leverage generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools and data-driven analysis to identify process improvements, optimize designs, and accelerate solution development cycles.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Experience of automated equipment including packaging machinery, sortation and conveyor systems
Experience with Kaizen and Continuous Improvement Process

Desired Qualifications

Experience in a fast-paced, automated, industrial, logistics, production or manufacturing environment
Experience in preventative maintenance systems

Skills

Conveyor SystemsPackaging MachineryKaizenContinuous ImprovementGenAI

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