Mid Level Design Engineer Jobs
Mid level design engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, mentor junior colleagues, and make design decisions with limited oversight. Roles are distributed across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, with employers like Amazon, Apple, and Micron Technology hiring at this level now.
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World Wide Engineering & Innovation (WWEI) is seeking an exceptional Sr. Process Design Engineer to spearhead the development of next-generation sortation systems and processes. This pivotal role will significantly influence both design and process engineering initiatives for the North American Sort Center (NASC), offering the opportunity to lead transformative projects alongside world-class talent.
The ideal candidate will drive the design and implementation of next generation sortation centers and logistics systems globally, focusing on innovation in automated material handling, packaging technologies, and robotics. You'll oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, including new facilities, renovations, and retrofits, while developing end-to-end process designs for fulfillment centers, cross-dock facilities, and transportation hubs. This role requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to create cost-effective, scalable solutions that shape the future of logistics.
We're looking for a proven leader with experience in complex engineering projects, a strong background in automation and logistics systems, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in problem-solving, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management. Working alongside highly skilled engineering teams, you'll contribute to hundreds of transformative projects annually, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
This position requires 25% global travel to interface with business and technical leaders. In return, we offer the opportunity to work with industry-leading technology and talent, high-impact visible projects, and a diverse project portfolio spanning template-based and ground-up designs. Join our innovative team and help shape the future of global logistics and distribution systems.
Key job responsibilities
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Lead strategic design initiatives for our global sortation and transportation network, focusing on developing comprehensive solutions that optimize equipment specifications, material flow, process design, and site layouts while protecting intellectual property. You'll partner with cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver cost-effective innovations under tight deadlines. Success in this role requires exceptional project management skills to handle multiple concurrent initiatives while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, contractors, and vendors.
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As a technical leader, you'll guide large-scale engineering projects from conception to completion, leveraging your expertise to drive innovation and operational excellence. Your ability to communicate effectively will be crucial as you present strategic visions, detailed implementation roadmaps, and technical solutions to senior executives, translating complex engineering concepts into compelling business cases that drive decision-making and secure project support.
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Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of our logistics infrastructure, requiring both technical depth and strategic business acumen to deliver solutions that enhance our operational capabilities while maintaining cost efficiency and scalability.
A day in the life
- Drive innovation in package sortation
- Develop optimal solutions for equipment specification and material flow
- Create efficient process designs and site layouts
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors
- Generate cost-effective solutions under time constraints
- Manage multiple concurrent projects
- Build and maintain stakeholder relationships
- Provide technical leadership on large-scale projects
- Present compelling business cases to senior executives
- Execute strategic visions while maintaining operational excellence
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a foreign equivalent
- Experience designing solutions for large, high-volume sorting operations
- Experience in management of engineering design projects
- Experience using business or technical software like MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software
- 5+ years of design & innovation, research & development work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of specialty (with progressive responsibility) experience
- Master's degree in Engineering (any domain), Operations, Business Administration, or a related field
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing
- Experience with design-in-safety
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
USA, CA, Newark - 152,000.00 - 205,600.00 USD annually
USA, NJ, BURLINGTON - 132,100.00 - 178,800.00 USD annually
USA, TN, Nashville - 125,500.00 - 169,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 132,100.00 - 178,800.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
World Wide Engineering & Innovation (WWEI) is seeking an exceptional Sr. Process Design Engineer to spearhead the development of next-generation sortation systems and processes. This pivotal role will significantly influence both design and process engineering initiatives for the North American Sort Center (NASC), offering the opportunity to lead transformative projects alongside world-class talent.
The ideal candidate will drive the design and implementation of next generation sortation centers and logistics systems globally, focusing on innovation in automated material handling, packaging technologies, and robotics. You'll oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, including new facilities, renovations, and retrofits, while developing end-to-end process designs for fulfillment centers, cross-dock facilities, and transportation hubs. This role requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to create cost-effective, scalable solutions that shape the future of logistics.
We're looking for a proven leader with experience in complex engineering projects, a strong background in automation and logistics systems, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in problem-solving, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management. Working alongside highly skilled engineering teams, you'll contribute to hundreds of transformative projects annually, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
This position requires 25% global travel to interface with business and technical leaders. In return, we offer the opportunity to work with industry-leading technology and talent, high-impact visible projects, and a diverse project portfolio spanning template-based and ground-up designs. Join our innovative team and help shape the future of global logistics and distribution systems.
Key job responsibilities
-
Lead strategic design initiatives for our global sortation and transportation network, focusing on developing comprehensive solutions that optimize equipment specifications, material flow, process design, and site layouts while protecting intellectual property. You'll partner with cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver cost-effective innovations under tight deadlines. Success in this role requires exceptional project management skills to handle multiple concurrent initiatives while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, contractors, and vendors.
-
As a technical leader, you'll guide large-scale engineering projects from conception to completion, leveraging your expertise to drive innovation and operational excellence. Your ability to communicate effectively will be crucial as you present strategic visions, detailed implementation roadmaps, and technical solutions to senior executives, translating complex engineering concepts into compelling business cases that drive decision-making and secure project support.
-
Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of our logistics infrastructure, requiring both technical depth and strategic business acumen to deliver solutions that enhance our operational capabilities while maintaining cost efficiency and scalability.
A day in the life
- Drive innovation in package sortation
- Develop optimal solutions for equipment specification and material flow
- Create efficient process designs and site layouts
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors
- Generate cost-effective solutions under time constraints
- Manage multiple concurrent projects
- Build and maintain stakeholder relationships
- Provide technical leadership on large-scale projects
- Present compelling business cases to senior executives
- Execute strategic visions while maintaining operational excellence
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a foreign equivalent
- Experience designing solutions for large, high-volume sorting operations
- Experience in management of engineering design projects
- Experience using business or technical software like MS Excel, MS Project, and CAD software
- 5+ years of design & innovation, research & development work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of specialty (with progressive responsibility) experience
- Master's degree in Engineering (any domain), Operations, Business Administration, or a related field
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing
- Experience with design-in-safety
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
USA, CA, Newark - 152,000.00 - 205,600.00 USD annually
USA, NJ, BURLINGTON - 132,100.00 - 178,800.00 USD annually
USA, TN, Nashville - 125,500.00 - 169,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 132,100.00 - 178,800.00 USD annually
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Mid Level Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level design engineer job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you drove decisions, resolved technical problems independently, and delivered results with minimal direction. Tailor your resume to show scope, not just tasks, and make your design process visible through a portfolio. Recruiters at this level want evidence that you can take a problem and see it through without hand-holding.
Which companies hire mid level design engineers?
Companies hiring mid level design engineers right now include Amazon, Apple, and Micron Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of manufacturers, product companies, and engineering consultancies that need engineers who can operate independently on live programs.
Are there remote mid level design engineer jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by discipline and employer. About 10% of mid level design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common for roles that involve hardware, lab work, or cross-functional collaboration. Fully remote positions tend to be concentrated in software-integrated design and systems engineering.
How do I move up to a mid level design engineer role?
Moving from entry level to mid level comes from accumulating depth across complete project cycles. Engineers who reach mid level have typically owned at least one project from concept through delivery, built fluency in relevant tools and standards, and demonstrated they can troubleshoot and decide without escalating every question. Documenting that progression with measurable outcomes is what makes the transition visible to hiring managers.
Which industries hire the most mid level design engineers?
Mid Level design engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they run complex product development cycles that require engineers who can carry a workstream independently without the overhead of constant senior supervision.