AmazonAssociate Packaging Designer, Amazon Robotics
Amazon is hiring an Associate Packaging Designer, Amazon Robotics. It pays $78k-$137k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
Level's read on this job
- On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include Artioscad, Solidworks and structural packaging design.
- Level classifies it as a junior role.
- Level lists 21,000+ other open roles at Amazon.
- The role was posted within the past two weeks.
AI in this role
Design and test sustainable fiber-based packaging solutions and prototypes for Amazon's automated fulfillment network.
In this role, you will work alongside senior designers, program managers, automation engineers, and material scientists to bring new packaging concepts from prototype through testing and into production. You will build foundational skills in structural packaging design, CAD modeling, material testing, and specification development while contributing directly to packaging programs that reach hundreds of millions of customers.
This is a hands-on, lab-and-desk role with exposure to fulfillment center operations, supplier engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. You will be supported by experienced designers and engineers who will help you grow your technical expertise and operational knowledge.
Key job responsibilities
• Create and iterate on packaging prototypes and structural designs using ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD tools
• Produce visual renderings and design documentation to communicate concepts to internal stakeholders
• Support the development and maintenance of packaging specifications for paper bags, mailers, boxes, and dunnage materials
• Execute packaging performance tests in the lab (drop testing, compression, material characterization) and document results
• Assist in preparing test reports and presentations summarizing design performance, material comparisons, and recommendations
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with automation, customer experience, supply chain, and sustainability teams
• Support supplier sample evaluation, material qualification, and production readiness activities
• Travel to fulfillment centers, labs, and supplier facilities to support testing, pilot launches, and design validation (~15–20%)
A day in the life
Global Packaging Design & Engineering sits within the Amazon Robotics’ organization to enable a systems approach. The team develops, deploys, and scales packaging solutions across the Automated Robotics Sortable (ARS) network — from Pick to SLAM. We work backwards from customer insights to deliver packaging that integrates seamlessly into brownfield and greenfield fulfillment center deployments with safety as a top priority. We are transitioning from single-use plastics to curbside recyclable paper-based materials and own the end-to-end packaging experience including design, specification, testing, supplier engagement, and network deployment.
About the team
The Packaging Design and Engineering team at Amazon is a global team comprised of Packaging Engineers, Designers, Project Managers and Specifications experts. We iterate to accelerate, test thoroughly and own the entire packaging product specification.
Basic qualifications
- Experience in product validation (Shock/Drop, cycle testing, environmental testing)
- Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, macros, SQL, visualization tools - Tableau, Quicksight, etc.
- Experience using one or more of the following technologies (e.g., AutoCAD, Rhino, Revit, SolidWorks, CREO, SketchUp, KeyShot, etc.) to deliver high quality models and designs
- • 1–3 years of packaging design, R&D, or related industry experience (internships and co-ops count)
Preferred qualifications
- Knowledge of automated material handling systems, packaging technologies and storage solutions
- Knowledge of variety of design tools including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
- Knowledge of and proficiency in a variety of design tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks, and InDesign
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, MA, Westborough - 78,400.00 - 137,100.00 USD annually
How we rate this
Associate Packaging Designer, Amazon Robotics at Amazon rates 10 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
- ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
- ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
- ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
- ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39
Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.
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Questions you could be asked
- Tell me about a project where structural packaging design was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where cad modeling was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where material testing was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where prototyping was part of your work. What did you do?
- Walk me through how you've used Artioscad in your day-to-day work.
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- List these exact terms on your resume: Structural Packaging Design, CAD Modeling, Material Testing, Prototyping, and Artioscad. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
- Attach one line of real, concrete experience to at least one of them. A tool named with nothing behind it rarely survives a human read.
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