AmazonSenior Mechanical Engineer
Amazon is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Austin, United States. It pays $137k-$186k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
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Lead mechanical design for advanced manufacturing and robotics facility infrastructure at Amazon.
We're looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design for advanced manufacturing facilities infrastructure. This role drives the development of new production facilities, delivering scale and efficiency in manufacturing. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of advanced manufacturing.
In this role, you'll serve as the Senior Mechanical Engineer, guiding the design and engineering work that supports infrastructure construction, from initial concept through full production.
Key job responsibilities
- Oversee the complete mechanical design process, guiding concept evaluations and final decisions that result in fully developed construction drawings ready for permitting and construction. This responsibility spans both wet systems for cooling water and dry systems for air distribution.
- Address RFIs and resolve design changes during construction.
- Collaborate with external Engineering, Procurement, and Construction firms throughout bid and project execution phases to verify that all designs and specifications align with our Engineering Standards. Lead and support both internal teams and third-party engineers to maintain project quality and compliance.
- Proactively share project requirements, updates, and status with both internal and external teams to keep everyone aligned. Guide and develop junior engineers through hands-on mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
- Deliver comprehensive updates on design concepts and project progress during structured milestone reviews at the 30%, 60%, 90%, and IFC stages, engaging stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment and transparency.
- Deliver quantity take-offs and cost estimates for projects within tight deadlines while applying core engineering principles and a comprehensive mechanical engineering toolkit to solve complex technical challenges. This drives the creation of detailed designs for diverse mechanical and process systems.
- Create comprehensive design packages including detailed basis of design documents, sequence of operations, and contract-ready construction drawings to guide accurate project execution and stakeholder alignment.
Basic qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- 7+ years of professional experience designing and constructing mechanical systems for large-scale advanced manufacturing and industrial applications.
- Professional design experience spanning HVAC, cooling, and mechanical systems for advanced manufacturing facilities and large-scale industrial plants.
- Deep knowledge of mechanical systems including: Dehumidification Units, Heat Exchangers, Pumps, Compressors, Air Handling Units, DOAS Units, Fans/Blowers, and Heat Recovery Systems.
- Working knowledge of industry standards and regulations, including ICC codes (Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy Conservation, Fuel Gas, Fire), ASHRAE guidelines, SMACNA specifications, NFPA standards, and relevant ASME and ANSI codes.
- Proficiency with Revit, Revizto, and Navisworks.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience delivering mechanical designs through all milestone review stages for large capital construction projects.
- Experience collaborating with external EPC firms across bid and project execution phases.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior engineers.
- Experience producing quantity take-offs and cost estimates under tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of mechanical systems including: Chillers, Cooling Towers, process gas/fluid systems, Control Valves and Instrumentation, and Hazardous Exhaust Systems
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, TX, Austin - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
How we rate this
Senior Mechanical Engineer at Amazon rates 20 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
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