Principal Mechanical Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing
AmazonPrincipal Mechanical Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing
AmazonLocation
Austin, TX
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/18/2026
Compensation
$163,400 - $221,000 per year
Job description
The Principal Mechanical Engineer will lead the mechanical design for advanced manufacturing facilities infrastructure, focusing on the development of next-generation production facilities. This role requires expertise in mechanical systems and the ability to tackle complex challenges in dynamic environments. The engineer will guide design tasks from initial concept to full production, ensuring efficiency and sustainability in manufacturing. This position also involves mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with external firms to maintain project quality and compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
- 12+ years of professional expertise in designing and constructing mechanical systems for large-scale manufacturing and industrial applications
- Professional design experience across a broad range of project types, including industrial cooling tower systems and advanced manufacturing facilities
- Deep knowledge of mechanical systems including dehumidification units, chillers, and heat exchangers
- Proficient in the use of Revit, Revisto, and Navisworks
Responsibilities
- Build and lead the mechanical team to execute all aspects of the mechanical design process
- Oversee the complete mechanical design process, guiding concept evaluations and final decisions
- Address RFIs and resolve design changes during construction
- Collaborate with external Engineering, Procurement, and Construction firms throughout bid and project execution phases
- Proactively share project requirements, updates, and status with both internal and external teams
- Guide and develop junior engineers through hands-on mentorship and professional growth opportunities
- Deliver comprehensive updates on design concepts and project progress during structured milestone reviews
- Deliver quantity take-offs and cost estimates for projects within tight deadlines
- Create comprehensive design packages including detailed basis of design documents and contract-ready construction drawings
Benefits
- Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Amazon Com Services Llc
As of Jul 17, 2026
Initial approvals
3,290
FY2026
Approval rate
99.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
32,937
FY2026
Entry-level share
10.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+9%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-44%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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