Deployment Engineer, Robotics Delivery & Packaging Innovation - #1000185

DESCRIPTION

Amazon is seeking an experienced business-oriented Deployment Execution Engineer to deliver large-scale and highly complex logistic process automation and storage initiatives for the continued expansion of our EU fulfilment network.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with automation deployments combined with a strong technical problem-solving ability – often occurring across multiple sites and technologies. The role requires a holistic view of all aspects of an Amazon Warehouse (Fulfilment Centre, Inbound Cross-Dock, Sortation Centre or Distribution Centre) while focusing on its automation technologies and storage solutions. This person will be responsible for evaluating and delivering state-of-the-art material handling systems and robotic innovations while coordinating internal teams and external contractors in order to effectively launch new automated buildings and conduct expansions in existing sites.

Amazon’s culture encourages an entrepreneurial approach and expects engineers and managers alike to take a high level of ownership in solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
The role will be based in Germany with 60% of time traveling mainly around the country and with potential requirements in the EU.

Key job responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and delivery of large-scale automation technologies including conveyance, sortation and robotics systems, often occurring across multiple sites at a time
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including internal stakeholders and external contractors to ensure successful project delivery
• Support the launch of new automated buildings and expansions in existing sites
• Evaluate and implement state-of-the-art material handling systems and robotic innovations
• Ensure deployments are delivered on time, within budget, and to Amazon's quality standards
• Provide guidance and troubleshooting for complex automation deployments
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize deployment processes
• Collaborate with operations, construction, and vendor teams throughout the project lifecycle

A day in the life
You will be interacting daily with a wide variety of functional teams and individuals at all levels of the organization and in multiple time zones. You will conduct multiple weekly meetings with internal teams, stakeholders and vendors to execute deliverables. You’ll be liaising with subject matter experts from across the organization, diving deep in the technologies we deploy; you’ll build on these relationships to refine and improve our processes. No two days will be the same in our fast-moving environment yet you’ll discover endless opportunities to grow along the way as part of a tight-knit and supportive team.

About the team
Robotics Delivery & Packaging Innovation is a diverse and multi-talented team with a proven track record of overcoming challenging technical problems to deliver Amazon’s leading-edge robotics technologies in its fulfilment, transportation, and delivery network across the world. Our high-performing team blends engineering know-how, problem solving, curiosity, innovation, leadership, and effective communication to deliver positive results for our customers

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Travel up to 50% of the time through Europe

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in Amazon RME (Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering), fulfillment operations, or automation deployment environments
• Experience managing and negotiating contracts and vendor relationships
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
• Project management certification (PMP, Scrum, Agile)
• Experience with Amazon Robotics or similar warehouse automation platforms
• Master’s degree in engineering or related STEM field
• Experience training field teams on new technology implementations

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