Simulation Engineer, Innovation and Design Engineering

Job Description

The Worldwide Innovation and Design team is seeking a Simulation Engineer to lead discrete-event simulations for our Last Mile (AMZL) network technologies.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, physics or equivalent
• Familiar with Discrete Event Simulation (DES) of processes, modelling dependent systems
• Experience with Process simulation tools (Preference Flexsim)
• Experience in Industrial process environment (Manufacturing, Logistics)
• Solid understanding of mechanical design principles

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of complex discrete-event simulations that validate new technologies early in their development cycle
• Utilize expertise in simulation software and programming to create digital experiments that optimize processes and influence mechanical designs
• Own strategic modeling projects, establish best practices, and influence design decisions through data-driven insights
• Collaborate with Hardware Development Engineers to understand automation system's requirements
• Design simulation experiments, test critical aspects of the technology, program model parameters, run scenarios, and analyze results
• Meet with cross-functional teams to present findings and recommend optimizations
• Mentor junior engineers on simulation best practices and coordinate with vendors on complex multi-system simulations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)