Amazon Project Engineer 

United States, Texas, Arlington 

270756091

Key job responsibilities
• Create and maintain project roadmaps and plans to ensure transparency and predictability with all stakeholders
• Drive program delivery to meet timeline goals while exceeding quality standards
• Lead complex cross-functional projects in ambiguous environments, providing clear direction and decision-making
• Participate in full system development lifecycle, including test plan execution and quality assurance
• Manage multiple simultaneous projects while effectively influencing and negotiating with internal/external partners
• Conduct technical deep dives into advanced technology applications, conveyor systems, and material handling integration
• Develop innovative solutions through collaboration with vendors, suppliers, and cross-functional teams
• Build comprehensive knowledge of Operations and Engineering systems, processes, and procedures
• Define project scope, delivery timelines, and budgets while driving improvements through data analysis
• Develop and manage contract documentation, including RFPs, change orders, and purchase order approvals
• Design optimal solutions for delivery network, considering equipment specifications, material flow, and ergonomics
• Coordinate across IT, Engineering, Safety, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations teams
• Serve as primary company representative in vendor and supplier relationships
• Ensure compliance with Amazon and vendor safety policies throughout project lifecycle
• Monitor project milestones, schedules, and budgets, implementing corrective actions as neededA day in the life
In this dynamic role, you will oversee the quality implementation of diverse projects, each varying in scope, complexity, and duration. Your typical day involves coordinating with operations teams and contractors to execute project activities and manage changes effectively. You'll conduct thorough analyses of project progress, schedules, and resources, demonstrating your ability to identify challenges, develop innovative solutions, and drive successful resolutions.Leadership and communication are central to this position, as you'll facilitate planning and implementation meetings with key stakeholders to ensure alignment on objectives, expectations, and next steps. Your detail-oriented approach will be evident in capturing and distributing comprehensive meeting notes that drive accountability and follow-through on actions and decisions.Quality assurance is a critical component of your role, including reviewing and approving audit mechanisms and documentation. You'll work closely with internal teams to track weekly installation opportunities and develop creative workaround solutions when facing project delays or design challenges. The position involves hands-on participation in acceptance testing, where you'll evaluate systems installation quality, safety protocols, throughput, and performance qualifications.

- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another STEM field
- 3+ years of experience as a project engineer, process engineer, project manager, manufacturing engineer, or related occupation
- 3+ years of experience directly managing and responsible for large material handling or automation projects
- Experience managing the lifecycle of cross-functional projects, implementing automated equipment and/or integrated systems