Sr Solutions Design Engineer, GES Operations Engineering
AmazonLondon, England, United Kingdom
Added 19 Aug · still live
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Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£46,100
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2129 is an eligible occupation, but we classified this role with low confidence (47% match). If the code is right — and Amazon is a licensed sponsor — it should qualify, but double-check the occupation eligibility rules against the actual role.
About the role
Description
Amazon created one of the most sophisticated supply chains in the world. From the introduction of Amazon Prime, to the use of advanced technology for package delivery, Amazon consistently drives change from the front of the pack.
Amazon is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Sr. Solutions Design Engineer. This individual will deep-dive and challenge current processes, equipment, and procedures, in our European fulfilment network, in order to come up with creative and implementable process improvement initiatives. This individual will also design development of new and existing fulfilment centre layouts.
A successful candidate will have an established background in developing high-performance physical systems, a strong technical problem-solving ability, excellent project management skills, and an internal motivation to achieve results in a fast-paced and often ambiguous environment. Amazon’s culture encourages innovation and expects engineers and managers alike to take a high level of ownership in solving complex problems. The Solutions Design Engineer would be an agile natural self-starter with the ability to keep relentlessly driving projects and various functional teams and individuals at all levels of the organization in order to be successful.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role could be based in UK, Germany, Poland or Italy with up to 50% of time on job travel, either domestically or to other countries.
Key job responsibilities
Amazon created one of the most sophisticated supply chains in the world. From the introduction of Amazon Prime, to the use of advanced technology for package delivery, Amazon consistently drives change from the front of the pack.
Amazon is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Sr. Solutions Design Engineer. This individual will deep-dive and challenge current processes, equipment, and procedures, in our European fulfilment network, in order to come up with creative and implementable process improvement initiatives. This individual will also design development of new and existing fulfilment centre layouts.
A successful candidate will have an established background in developing high-performance physical systems, a strong technical problem-solving ability, excellent project management skills, and an internal motivation to achieve results in a fast-paced and often ambiguous environment. Amazon’s culture encourages innovation and expects engineers and managers alike to take a high level of ownership in solving complex problems. The Solutions Design Engineer would be an agile natural self-starter with the ability to keep relentlessly driving projects and various functional teams and individuals at all levels of the organization in order to be successful.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role could be based in UK, Germany, Poland or Italy with up to 50% of time on job travel, either domestically or to other countries.
Key job responsibilities
- Own and direct complex, high-visibility programs involving multiple concurrent projects across European and international fulfillment networks
- Provide strategic oversight of project management services, design services, and external partner performance for sophisticated automation initiatives
- Lead design and engineering efforts for complex projects with minimal management oversight, making high-judgment decisions on technical approach and resource allocation
You will work on the design of multiple retrofits or conversions of existing Amazon Fulfillment Centers throughout the year. During the early project phases of project design and bidding, you will predominantly work in an Amazon office or from your home, and traveling to site periodically to meet with other stakeholders.
You will be progressively be given more important and extending responsibilities, within your projects and aside it, by taking the lead on other business horizontal tasks and supporting the whole OPS Engineering community in delivering high quality projects. Other business horizontal activities could include diversity initiatives and technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) roles. You will be constantly helped by the team, will respect and leverage diverse point of views and focus on inclusion of new members.
Basic Qualifications
- Experience in technical leadership for industrial engineering projects or programs
- Experience with program management spanning planning, execution and project delivery
- Speak, write, and read fluently in English at C1 level or above
- Experience and strong technical background in relevant fields of automated or non-automated material handling equipment
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Structural, Civil Engineering, Architecture (or country equivalent)
- Master's degree in engineering, mechanical, operations, supply chain, business administration, or equivalent STEM field
- Experience in Lean Management, Six Sigma and other operations engineer tools
- Experience using one or more of the following CAD technologies: AutoCAD, Rhino, Revit, SolidWorks, CREO, BIM360, SketchUp or KeyShot
- Experience in Logistics, Distribution or Fulfillment processes
- Experience in managing cool chains, refrigeration equipment and installations, temperature-controlled environments
- Additional language skills (French, German, Polish, Arabic, Portuguese, Turkish, Chinese (Mandarin), Afrikaans and Zulu ) are beneficial for cross-regional project coordination across EMEA
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.
Company
- Amazon UK Services Ltd.
Job ID: A10505714
Job ID: A10505714
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 2129 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~167k in sampleP25 £38kP75 £59k
£31kmedian £46kgoing rate £46k£73k
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