Design Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX
Design Engineer jobs in Austin, Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in the Domain, the Mueller district, and the South Congress tech corridor, with the most openings in semiconductor manufacturing, consumer electronics, and advanced mobility. Companies filling roles right now include Apple, AMD, and Amazon. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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DESCRIPTION
This role requires experienced and entrepreneurial minded individuals with combined robotics, engineering, planning and analytical skills. This individual will directly influence the Amazon last mile automation roadmap by partnering with Robotics, SW Tech Teams, Process Engineering teams, Operations, Facilities and Engineering teams to improve our final customer shopping experience.
Key job responsibilities
As a IDE, you will be a part of the team of experts working on the development of complex mechatronics products. You will own or contribute to the following:
- Evaluate and create physical processing and material handling solutions using cutting edge technology, robotics and vision to meet the product flow requirements based on Lean manufacturing principles.
Work with key stakeholders on the criteria for design and expansion
- Develop design and analytical models (excel, simulation etc.) to show feasibility and operational cost of design
- Ability to generate and implement design process with an aim to articulate operational and safety criteria in design development
- Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors. Chain, Corp Dev, etc.
A day in the life
You will ideate and bring to life new technologies for AMZL. Your day could include activities ranging from working with new vendors on developing concepts for AMZL with automation and robotics technology, to being in the field and learning the challenges that associates face. You would build and validate prototypes in our Innovation Center to enable fast-design iterations. You will demonstrate through simulation and data the actual benefits of the new technologies integration in the field bringing your entrepreneurial and innovative spirit at disposal of the team. You would write a business case and work with stakeholders to build a case for piloting new technology. You could dive deep into understanding how the tech influences AMZL processes and the associate’s lives.
About the team
We are a set of diverse individuals who work coherently to solve customer problems with the most innovative solutions. We put heavy emphasis on empowering our employees to maintain work/life harmony. The team works with innovative technologies in the market to bring into AMZL to solve complex technical problems. It’s a fine balance between working on writing strategic business cases and understanding the deep human-machine interfaces.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of Design/Innovation, research & development, manufacturing, process, industrial engineering, or related experience
- Experience in management of engineering design projects
- 3+ years of experience as an industrial engineer, process engineer, design engineer, manufacturing engineer, project manager or related occupation
- • Experience with Material Handling Systems and packaging lines or process design based on Lean Manufacturing
- • Experience using MS Excel, MS Project, and AutoCAD
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of concepts like system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, and decision making
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing
- Experience with design-in-safety
- Experience with process design based on Lean Principles
- Experience working with the designs of complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.
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.
USA, NY, New York - 109,200.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually
USA, TN, Nashville - 94,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 99,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 99,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
This role requires experienced and entrepreneurial minded individuals with combined robotics, engineering, planning and analytical skills. This individual will directly influence the Amazon last mile automation roadmap by partnering with Robotics, SW Tech Teams, Process Engineering teams, Operations, Facilities and Engineering teams to improve our final customer shopping experience.
Key job responsibilities
As a IDE, you will be a part of the team of experts working on the development of complex mechatronics products. You will own or contribute to the following:
- Evaluate and create physical processing and material handling solutions using cutting edge technology, robotics and vision to meet the product flow requirements based on Lean manufacturing principles.
Work with key stakeholders on the criteria for design and expansion
- Develop design and analytical models (excel, simulation etc.) to show feasibility and operational cost of design
- Ability to generate and implement design process with an aim to articulate operational and safety criteria in design development
- Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors. Chain, Corp Dev, etc.
A day in the life
You will ideate and bring to life new technologies for AMZL. Your day could include activities ranging from working with new vendors on developing concepts for AMZL with automation and robotics technology, to being in the field and learning the challenges that associates face. You would build and validate prototypes in our Innovation Center to enable fast-design iterations. You will demonstrate through simulation and data the actual benefits of the new technologies integration in the field bringing your entrepreneurial and innovative spirit at disposal of the team. You would write a business case and work with stakeholders to build a case for piloting new technology. You could dive deep into understanding how the tech influences AMZL processes and the associate’s lives.
About the team
We are a set of diverse individuals who work coherently to solve customer problems with the most innovative solutions. We put heavy emphasis on empowering our employees to maintain work/life harmony. The team works with innovative technologies in the market to bring into AMZL to solve complex technical problems. It’s a fine balance between working on writing strategic business cases and understanding the deep human-machine interfaces.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of Design/Innovation, research & development, manufacturing, process, industrial engineering, or related experience
- Experience in management of engineering design projects
- 3+ years of experience as an industrial engineer, process engineer, design engineer, manufacturing engineer, project manager or related occupation
- • Experience with Material Handling Systems and packaging lines or process design based on Lean Manufacturing
- • Experience using MS Excel, MS Project, and AutoCAD
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of concepts like system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, and decision making
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing
- Experience with design-in-safety
- Experience with process design based on Lean Principles
- Experience working with the designs of complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.
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.
USA, NY, New York - 109,200.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually
USA, TN, Nashville - 94,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 99,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 99,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
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Design Engineer Jobs in Austin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a design engineer job in Austin?
Your best path into Austin's market is targeting the semiconductor and electronics firms clustered in the Domain and North Austin tech corridor, along with the growing advanced mobility and clean energy companies pushing into the city. Candidates who stand out locally tend to have hands-on CAD or EDA experience relevant to the dominant hardware and chip design sectors here, and a portfolio that shows shipped or taped-out work travels further than credentials alone.
Which companies hire design engineers in Austin?
Employers hiring design engineers in Austin right now include Apple, AMD, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The Austin market leans heavily toward semiconductor foundries, consumer electronics manufacturers, and defense contractors, alongside a growing cohort of EV and energy tech startups.
Are there remote design engineer jobs in Austin?
Yes, though availability depends on the specialty, hands-on hardware, lab, and fab roles are almost entirely on-site, while systems design, FPGA, and verification engineering positions are more remote-friendly by nature. About 35% of design engineer openings tied to Austin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, skewing toward software-adjacent and digital design disciplines. Physical product and semiconductor roles remain predominantly in-person across Austin's North Austin and Mueller campuses.
How can I get a design engineer job in Austin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an internship or co-op with one of Austin's semiconductor or consumer electronics firms, many of which recruit directly from UT Austin and St. Edward's University. Entry-level roles like junior hardware engineer, design verification technician, or CAD drafter give local candidates a foot in the door without a full engineering portfolio. Familiarity with tools like Cadence, SolidWorks, or Altium, even through coursework or personal projects, significantly improves your chances with Austin's hardware-focused employers.
Which industries hire the most design engineers in Austin?
Most design engineer openings in Austin sit in Electronics & Hardware and Staffing & Recruiting, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Austin's position as a major node for semiconductor manufacturing, consumer hardware, and clean energy development makes those sectors the consistent drivers of local design engineering demand.
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