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Industrial Design Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in engineering, industrial design, or a related STEM field with a matching CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to build your U.S. career in product development, prototyping, and design systems.
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As an Amazon Robotics Solutions Design Engineer, you will be able to work with some of the most talented engineers in the design and development of robotic fulfillment systems around the globe. A successful candidate will have an established background in developing high-performance physical systems, a strong technical problem solving ability, excellent project management skills, and an internal motivation to achieve results in a fast-paced, and often ambiguous environment. Amazon’s culture encourages innovation and expects engineers and managers alike to take a high level of ownership in solving complex problems.
In this role, you will be responsible for the design, validation, and delivery of end-to-end robotic sortation solutions across Amazon’s worldwide fulfillment and transportation networks. You will partner with our customers, program teams, and product teams to design safe, simple, and scalable solutions that are easy to build, deploy, and operate. You will reinvent and simplify solution design processes as needed to enter the brownfield retrofit solution space with the goal of defect-free design. You will leverage a deep understanding of dock processes, material flow through the different process paths, and robotic technologies to innovate and develop advanced concept designs and applications for dock automation. You will leverage simulation to design, validate, and iterate on solution designs to meet or exceed solution performance requirements. You will be curious to learn and build subject-matter expertise essential to executing the solution design at scale for our customers.
Key job responsibilities
- Evaluate and create physical processing and material storage solutions using innovative technology, robotics and data analytics to meet the product flow requirements based on Amazon design principles.
- Identify and analyze key operational and financial metrics as part of program and feature selection in order to drive smart decisions.
- Coordinate and collaborate with systems and operations engineering teams to develop product features and optimize the performance of the FCs.
- Manage and support multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.
- Develop models as required to solve complex problems.
A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support 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:
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
-
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
-
Paid Time Off (PTO)
-
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’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
About the team
The AR Sortation Solutions Vertical is responsible for delivering and maintaining high performing package sortation solutions throughout the network. The team collaborates closely with our customers as well as with other verticals, core engineering and orgs, including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Tech Ops, GSS, Manipulation, Mobility, Core Software, Deployment Engineering, World Wide Design Engineering (WWDE), Sort Tech, and Construction. With several new sortation solutions achieving GA status over the past 3 years, AR Sortation will focus resources on three key areas of development. First, we will maintain already-deployed systems to ensure robust performance and support new feature requests. Second, we will prioritize a roadmap to deliver improvements targeted for both existing hardware in the field and new installations. These include performance optimizations, such as increased throughput and robustness, as well as significant cost savings for new deployments. And third, we will focus on new product initiatives that will range from incremental, lower risk efforts to completely new BAG (big audacious goal) programs that change the status quo. By investing in a balanced portfolio, we will deliver annual performance improvements that our customers can plan to, while placing bets on new innovation which will help transform the network and mitigate expected headwinds as we scale to meet growing customer demand.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any discipline), or a related field or 2+ years Amazon experience.
- Experience using business/technical software like MS Excel, Revit, AutoCAD, BIM360, Simulation software like FlexSim, and commercial off the shelf technologies such as Tableau, SQL, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated use of analytical skills to solve complex engineering problems.
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.
- Experience with process design based on Lean Principles.
- Proficiency using business/technical software like MS Excel, Revit, AutoCAD, BIM360, Simulation software like FlexSim, and commercial off the shelf technologies such as Tableau, SQL, etc.
- Ability to travel 10% globally to interact with internal and external business and technical leaders.
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.
LOCATION
USA, MA, North Reading
SALARY
78,400.00 - 137,100.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
As an Amazon Robotics Solutions Design Engineer, you will be able to work with some of the most talented engineers in the design and development of robotic fulfillment systems around the globe. A successful candidate will have an established background in developing high-performance physical systems, a strong technical problem solving ability, excellent project management skills, and an internal motivation to achieve results in a fast-paced, and often ambiguous environment. Amazon’s culture encourages innovation and expects engineers and managers alike to take a high level of ownership in solving complex problems.
In this role, you will be responsible for the design, validation, and delivery of end-to-end robotic sortation solutions across Amazon’s worldwide fulfillment and transportation networks. You will partner with our customers, program teams, and product teams to design safe, simple, and scalable solutions that are easy to build, deploy, and operate. You will reinvent and simplify solution design processes as needed to enter the brownfield retrofit solution space with the goal of defect-free design. You will leverage a deep understanding of dock processes, material flow through the different process paths, and robotic technologies to innovate and develop advanced concept designs and applications for dock automation. You will leverage simulation to design, validate, and iterate on solution designs to meet or exceed solution performance requirements. You will be curious to learn and build subject-matter expertise essential to executing the solution design at scale for our customers.
Key job responsibilities
- Evaluate and create physical processing and material storage solutions using innovative technology, robotics and data analytics to meet the product flow requirements based on Amazon design principles.
- Identify and analyze key operational and financial metrics as part of program and feature selection in order to drive smart decisions.
- Coordinate and collaborate with systems and operations engineering teams to develop product features and optimize the performance of the FCs.
- Manage and support multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.
- Develop models as required to solve complex problems.
A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support 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:
-
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
-
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
-
Paid Time Off (PTO)
-
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’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
About the team
The AR Sortation Solutions Vertical is responsible for delivering and maintaining high performing package sortation solutions throughout the network. The team collaborates closely with our customers as well as with other verticals, core engineering and orgs, including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Tech Ops, GSS, Manipulation, Mobility, Core Software, Deployment Engineering, World Wide Design Engineering (WWDE), Sort Tech, and Construction. With several new sortation solutions achieving GA status over the past 3 years, AR Sortation will focus resources on three key areas of development. First, we will maintain already-deployed systems to ensure robust performance and support new feature requests. Second, we will prioritize a roadmap to deliver improvements targeted for both existing hardware in the field and new installations. These include performance optimizations, such as increased throughput and robustness, as well as significant cost savings for new deployments. And third, we will focus on new product initiatives that will range from incremental, lower risk efforts to completely new BAG (big audacious goal) programs that change the status quo. By investing in a balanced portfolio, we will deliver annual performance improvements that our customers can plan to, while placing bets on new innovation which will help transform the network and mitigate expected headwinds as we scale to meet growing customer demand.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any discipline), or a related field or 2+ years Amazon experience.
- Experience using business/technical software like MS Excel, Revit, AutoCAD, BIM360, Simulation software like FlexSim, and commercial off the shelf technologies such as Tableau, SQL, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated use of analytical skills to solve complex engineering problems.
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.
- Experience with process design based on Lean Principles.
- Proficiency using business/technical software like MS Excel, Revit, AutoCAD, BIM360, Simulation software like FlexSim, and commercial off the shelf technologies such as Tableau, SQL, etc.
- Ability to travel 10% globally to interact with internal and external business and technical leaders.
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.
LOCATION
USA, MA, North Reading
SALARY
78,400.00 - 137,100.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Industrial Design Engineer
Verify your CIP code matches your degree
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Industrial design degrees sometimes fall under fine arts CIP codes, which don't qualify. Confirm your DSO can issue a STEM OPT I-20 before you start your job search.
Target manufacturers with dedicated E-Verify accounts
Search E-Verify's employer search tool to confirm a company is actively enrolled before applying. Consumer electronics, automotive, and medical device manufacturers typically maintain enrollment to hire international engineers. A job listing that says 'we welcome OPT candidates' isn't proof of E-Verify enrollment.
Build a portfolio that speaks to production constraints
Industrial Design Engineer roles differ from pure industrial design: hiring managers want to see design-for-manufacture examples, tolerance callouts, and DFM feedback incorporated into revisions. A portfolio showing CAD files alongside physical prototypes signals you can work within engineering team workflows, not just aesthetic briefs.
Use O*NET to map your degree to the role
The O*NET profile for Industrial Design Engineers lists the specific knowledge areas and education requirements USCIS evaluates when determining specialty occupation status. Cross-referencing your coursework with O*NET's listed competencies strengthens your I-983 training plan and helps document the direct connection between your degree and the role.
File your I-983 training plan before your start date
Your employer must sign the I-983 before you begin work on STEM OPT, not after. Get HR to confirm they've completed E-Verify enrollment and have someone authorized to sign the training plan. USCIS requires the plan to describe learning objectives tied to your specific engineering role, not a generic job description.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Industrial Design Engineer jobs by employers already verified for STEM OPT hiring. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where the employer's E-Verify status and filing history are confirmed, so you spend time applying rather than researching compliance before every application.
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Find Industrial Design Engineer JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does an industrial design degree qualify for STEM OPT?
It depends on your specific degree program's CIP code. Industrial Engineering and Engineering-related design degrees typically qualify under the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Pure fine arts or visual communication degrees do not qualify, even if the program is titled 'industrial design.' Check with your DSO to confirm your I-20 can be updated for a STEM OPT extension before accepting an offer.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my Industrial Design Engineer employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension begins. Enrollment means the company has an active E-Verify account and is using it to verify employment eligibility. You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool. If your employer is not enrolled, they cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, regardless of how the role was advertised.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Industrial Design Engineer role?
The I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your engineering degree, not just list your job duties. For an Industrial Design Engineer, this typically includes developing competencies in materials science, design-for-manufacture processes, prototyping methodologies, and human factors engineering. Your supervisor must sign it, your DSO must approve it, and it must be updated every six months or whenever your role changes substantially.
How does cap-gap protection apply if I'm on STEM OPT and my H-1B is selected?
If your STEM OPT authorization expires before October 1 and your H-1B petition is filed and pending, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization and status through September 30 of that year. You don't need to file anything separately for cap-gap. USCIS updates your record once the petition is received. You can continue working for your E-Verify enrolled employer during this period without interruption.
Where can I find Industrial Design Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT applicants?
Migrate Mate lists Industrial Design Engineer roles filtered for employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history. Searching there reduces the back-and-forth of asking recruiters about work authorization compliance before you've even had a first conversation. Roles in consumer electronics, automotive, and medical device companies are the most active hiring categories for STEM OPT candidates in this field.
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