Operations Engineer, GEMS NA Ops Engineering

Operations Engineer, GEMS NA Ops Engineering Join to apply for the Operations Engineer, GEMS NA Ops Engineering role at Amazon As an Operations Engineer, you will lead and manage the lifecycle of challenging cross‑functional projects, developing and delivering the next generation of sortation and distribution solutions. You are a customer‑obsessed leader that will play an integral part in planning and implementation of the facility network infrastructure including new builds, retrofits, expansions, and program initiatives. Partnering with internal customers and stakeholders to ensure a timely hand‑over will be part of your critical tasks. Amazon is seeking an industry proven and detail‑oriented Operations Engineer for the design, build, and continuous improvement of our order fulfillment infrastructure. Successful candidates are natural self‑starters who have prior engineering experience in the integrated automation project life cycle, including their development, design, implementation, enhancement, and support. Our Operations Engineers must be agile with the ability to quickly adapt strategies, plans, and solutions in response to dynamic business requirements. They also must be comfortable interfacing and driving various functional teams and individuals at all levels of the organization. This role requires 75% regional travel on a yearly basis. When not traveling, you must have availability to work from a corporate office. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of one of the corporate office locations listed. Relocation assistance may be provided. Key Job Responsibilities Work independently with internal and external teams to successfully manage the lifecycle of challenging projects, and act as owner in delivering on project objectives and targets. Actively participate in firm engineering reviews, and make tangible impact on the proposed solutions on an individual system or its components, on the overall systems architecture, and on facility processes. Partner with internal teams, stakeholders and external vendors to set project priorities, establish milestones, and drive schedules to meet deadlines. Lead and coordinate all execution efforts in delivering systems and automated equipment designs per established standards and guidelines. Perform equipment/system installation, throughput and safety qualifications. Lead effective meetings by setting the objectives, putting the right people in the room and driving detailed business and technical discussions/alignment. Promptly and accurately communicate project status, risk analysis and risk mitigation plans. Efficiently manage change order controls, purchase orders, and invoice validation/approvals. Identify and lead process improvement initiatives that improve engineering and cross‑team efficiencies. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or technology. 4-8 years of experience as a Project Engineer, Process Engineer, Project Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, or related occupation. Experience managing the lifecycle of cross‑functional projects, implementing automated equipment and/or integrated systems. Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360, etc.). Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in engineering, management, or technology. Experience with Six Sigma, lean manufacturing. Operations Management/Distribution Center experience with direct management of material handling, automation, or other technical projects. Experience with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet programs. Experience with design and/or implementation of automation solutions such as conveyors, sorters, high‑speed manufacturing and packaging lines, robotic work cells. Proven technical leadership for industrial engineering projects or program. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Maternity and Parental Leave Options Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) Plan Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full‑time employees include: 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. Location: Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Salary: CA$88,000.00 - CA$98,000.00 Job ID: A #J-18808-Ljbffr