Principal Ops Engineering - AMZ10314.6

Amazon is hiring a Principal Ops Engineering - AMZ10314.6 for a remote role open to applicants in United States. It pays $150k-$193k 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.
This is listed as a remote role.
The posting mentions MS Excel, AutoCAD and Ms Project among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a lead role.
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AI in this role

Lead the design and development of complex material handling and automated fulfillment engineering solutions.

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Employer: Amazon.com Services LLC
Position: Principal Ops Engineering - AMZ10314.6
Location: Seattle, WA

Multiple Positions Available:

1. Own the design and development of engineering solutions for
complex material handling challenges considering
human/equipment interactions for the North America fulfillment
network
2. Lead and coordinate concept and design development efforts for
optimal solutions for the North America fulfillment network through
equipment specification, material flow, process design,
ergonomics, associate experience, operational considerations and
site layout
3. Lead and manage a team of talented engineers handling multiple
projects at a time
4. Work closely with vendors, suppliers, and other teams to create
innovative solutions
5. Simultaneously manage multiple high-visibility projects and tasks
while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with
internal and external business partners, contractors, and vendors
6. Innovate with complex automated material handling equipment,
packaging technologies, and systems, including robotics and
mechatronics, across many new fulfillment and logistics centers
that are being built each year
7. Provide technical leadership for large-scale industrial engineering
projects using MS Excel, AutoCAD, and MS Project
8. Work with complex MHE, packaging lines, and process design
based on Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques
9. Drive engineering best practices (e.g., operational excellence,
safety, security, quality, performance, etc.) and set standards for
project execution and installation management
10. Coordinate with local site management to ensure proper operator
training, procedural compliance, maintenance, and safety practices
are followed for new and existing equipment
11. Build strong relationships with partner organizations within the
company such as North America Start-up, North America Launch
team, Worldwide Design team, North America Procurement,
Information Technology, Loss Prevention, Facilities, Safety,
Change Management and North America Operations
12. Domestic or international travel up to 80% to perform role
responsibilities may be required
13. 100% telecommuting permitted, work may be performed from
anywhere in the U.S.

(40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $150483 - $193200)

Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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Basic qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Process Engineering, followed by 5 years of progressively responsible post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
Experience must include:
1) 3 years of experience in high-volume fulfillment processes and operations.
2) 3 years of experience managing and leading a team of engineers
3) 3 years of experience with Lean manufacturing for design
4) 3 years of experience using AutoCAD or related project management software to build concepts for manufacturing processes and related facility concepts (material handling equipment optimization and strategic layout planning).
5) 3 years of experience reporting and presenting engineering analysis and recommendations to senior management on process improvements.

The pay range for this position in Seattle, WA is $150483 - $193200 (yr); however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided by Washington Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site.

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Preferred qualifications

All applicants must meet all the above listed requirements.

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.

How we rate this

Principal Ops Engineering - AMZ10314.6 at Amazon rates 0 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.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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Key facts

Principal Ops Engineering - AMZ10314.6 is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $150k-$193k a year.
The role is based in US, WA, Seattle and is marked remote.
The job was posted on September 4, 2026.
Seniority: lead.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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Industrial EngineeringMaterial HandlingRoboticsLean ManufacturingProject ManagementMS ExcelAutoCADMs Project

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