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Mechanical Project Engineer, Design Engineering Quality

Amazon
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Hybrid (Nashville, TN), Hybrid (Atlanta, GA), Hybrid (Springdale, OH)$94.3k - $160kFull-timePosted 4w ago

About the role

Mechanical Project Engineer responsible for owning the mechanical design of automated fulfillment center projects, delivering subsystems from concept through installation, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to expand Amazon's logistics network.

Responsibilities

  • Own and develop sub system layouts for automated material handling systems with minimal oversight
  • Independently select and specify conveyor types, third-party equipment, and systems to meet project requirements
  • Coordinate with electrical, controls, and structural engineers to ensure integrated design solutions
  • Deliver complete 3D models and manage clash detection for entire project areas
  • Execute and manage mechanical engineering deliverables, schedules, and quality standards
  • Coordinate with construction teams to resolve layout conflicts and ensure efficient installation
  • Lead communication with on-site construction teams, making decisions to address field issues
  • Produce complete installation packages ready for construction use
  • Monitor progress of engineers on the sub system team and ensure deliverables meet project timelines
  • Enter and peer review orders for mechanical equipment ensuring accurate and timely releases to manufacturing
  • Perform and validate all system and component calculations independently (throughput, motor power, belt pull, structural loads)
  • Engineer solutions for custom parts and non-standard applications
  • Directly mentor and guide engineers on technical approaches, design standards, and problem-solving methods
  • Review and approve work of junior engineers, providing constructive feedback and technical direction
  • Assign appropriate project tasks to team members based on their skill level and development needs
  • Teach best practices and help junior engineers build their technical capabilities
  • Ensure and validate that mechanical designs meet all safety, regulatory, and performance standards
  • Review engineering calculations, designs and equipment orders for accuracy and completeness before submission
  • Identify and resolve design issues proactively during all project phases
  • Drive improvements based on lessons learned and apply to current work
  • Make technical decisions with input from senior engineers as needed and document rationale for installation teams
  • Travel to sites to conduct surveys, audits, and resolve field issues
  • Lead installation support and commissioning activities for projects
  • Develop engineers through hands-on mentorship and feedback

Qualifications

  • Experience in Design/Innovation, research & development, manufacturing, process, industrial engineering, or related work
  • Experience working with Material handling equipment (MHE)
  • Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360, etc.)
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
  • Experience communicating clearly and concisely with leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
  • Experience working independently with minimal supervision, or 2+ years of Amazon experience
  • Experience completing complex tasks quickly with little to no guidance and react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround, or experience managing teams

Skills

Required:Mechanical design and modeling3D CAD and clash detectionProject execution and deliveryCross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Maternity and Parental Leave Options
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plan
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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