Structural Engineer - Material Handling Systems, Mechanical Project Engineering

Description

Amazon is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our Material Handling Systems team. This essential role will support the analysis, design, coordination, and documentation of structural systems used to support conveyors, automated equipment, and material handling platforms across our rapidly expanding network of fulfillment and distribution centers. The ideal candidate has experience in structural steel and connection design, industrial structures, and structural analysis. Experience with computational design, BIM coordination, and standardized structural systems is preferred.

The Structural Engineer will be responsible for developing structural calculations, design documentation, and coordinated engineering solutions for material handling support structures, equipment platforms, mezzanines, elevated structures, bracing systems, and structural connections. The role will work closely with material handling equipment teams, building engineers, fabricators, installers, and project stakeholders to develop solutions that are safe, code-compliant, constructible, and scalable.

You will work at the intersection of structural engineering and logistics innovation, designing the structural backbone that supports Amazon's world-class fulfillment operations. This role offers the opportunity to impact projects at scale, with your designs being implemented across multiple facilities nationwide.


Key job responsibilities
Material Handling Structural Systems:
- Develop structural calculations and design documentation for material handling systems and associated infrastructure, including equipment supports, structural steel framing, platforms, mezzanines, bracing systems, and structural connections
- Support the development of structural permit documents, installation drawings, fabrication information, and coordinated BIM models
- Design structural connections from building roof structure and platforms to conveyor equipment, ensuring load path integrity and code compliance
- Create specialized connection details for unique conditions including seismic zones and retrofit applications
- Design and evaluate lateral and sway bracing systems for equipment and structural support systems
- Design structural platforms, access structures, equipment support frames, and other secondary structural systems to support material handling operations
Structural Analysis & Calculations:
- Perform comprehensive structural analysis and design calculations for material handling equipment supports, including conveyors, sorters, platforms, equipment supports, and other specialty structures
- Develop clear, organized calculation packages documenting design assumptions, loading criteria, analysis methodology, and results
- Trace load paths from equipment through support structure to building foundation
- Verify equipment vendor load data and coordinate with manufacturers on structural requirements
- Develop structural load documentation defining reactions and design requirements for coordination with Structural Engineers of Record (SEOR), Building Engineering teams, and other stakeholders
- Perform structural analysis using software such as RISA, Karamba3D and other finite element analysis tools
Design Standards & Procedures:
- Support the development and implementation of standardized structural engineering procedures, workflows, and design systems for material handling systems
- Develop and maintain calculation templates, engineering tools, typical details, and design guidelines
- Support the development and implementation of computational design and engineering automation workflows
- Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, constructability, fabrication, installation, coordination, and overall project delivery
- Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, structural standards, project requirements, and Amazon design criteria
- Collaboration & Coordination
Vendor & Contractor Interface:
- Partner with platform fabricators and material handling equipment manufacturers to integrate structural requirements with equipment specifications
- Collaborate with general contractors and SEOR to review and approve loads imposed to the building
- Coordinate with MEP engineers to resolve conflicts and ensure proper clearances for utilities using Navisworks and Autodesk Cloud Construction (ACC)
- Attend design coordination meetings and provide technical guidance on structural systems to project teams
- Review and approve vendor shop drawings, calculations, and connection submittals
Multi-Discipline Coordination:
- Work closely with architects, general contractors, installers and other key stake holders to integrate conveyor support systems and platforms
- Coordinate with Amazon WWDE and Operations teams to understand equipment requirements and operational constraints
- Interface with permitting authorities and respond to plan review comments
- Construction Support & Quality Assurance
Construction Administration:
- Respond to RFIs (Requests for Information) during construction phases
- Conduct site visits to verify installation compliance with design intent
- Review shop drawings and submittal packages for structural steel fabricators
- Provide field engineering support and design clarifications as needed
- Document field conditions and approve design modifications when required
Quality Control:
- Perform design checks and peer reviews of structural calculations, permit drawings, installation drawings and BIM integration.
- Ensure all deliverables meet Amazon's quality standards and project requirements
- Participate in lessons-learned sessions and continuous improvement initiatives


A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits for 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:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Basic Qualifications

- Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite
- 5+ years of structural engineering experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one US state
- Experience performing structural analysis and design of steel structures and connections
- Proficiency in structural FEA analysis software such as RISA
- Strong knowledge of steel connection design and detailing
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel or other software for structural calculations
- Knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, AISC 360, and AWS D1.1 standards
- Knowledge of seismic design and lateral force-resisting systems
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Structural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Preferred Qualifications

- Master's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Structural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Experience with Amazon or large-scale e-commerce fulfillment facilities
- Experience designing conveyor support structures, equipment platforms, mezzanines, or similar industrial steel structures
- Experience with visual programming or computational design tools such as Dynamo or Grasshopper
- Experience with Rhino 3D and Karamba3D
- Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to other engineers

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.