Test Engineer

Job#: 3018878

Job Description:

Job Title: Testing Engineer

As a Testing Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing and executing the daily testing activities at the Last Mile Innovation Center. You will play a vital role in the validation of machine design, while coordinating with stakeholders on performance criteria and testing timelines. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in reporting and data collection. This position demands a strong background in mechanical engineering & Automation (Preferred Robotics experience), attention to detail, and effective communication. Experience with various automation and MHE technologies, and vendor management is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Implement and enforce safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.

Ensure compliance with local documentation standards and industry regulations

Manage day-to-day testing activities across a portfolio of automation and robotic equipment

Establish and maintain a systematic data collection process

Ensure proper documentation and standardization of test procedures and protocols

Calibrate equipment with OEM together to guarantee accurate and reliable performance

Design of experiment (DOE) tests writing, execution and reporting.

Conduct performance and validation testing post-installation during commissioning

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical/software issues during testing periods

Managing and prioritizing on-site resources for effective and efficient testing and data recording processes

Foster effective communication between product owners, external partners and with cross-functional departments to ensure alignment on testing schedules and success criteria

A Day in the Life

You will plan and manage execution of daily testing activities of Last Mile automation and robotics equipment in Innovation & Design Testing Center in MEU. Your day could include cross-functional engagement with product owners and vendors, attend the site to conduct and develop test plans to validate and improve designs of equipment, writing test plans, executing tests, reporting on test results, plan and manage resources to execute activities according to business goals, enable efficient mechanisms, and finally celebrating in the successful launches of each of the projects.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, (Automation) or related engineering discipline.

Working experience in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Experience in automation, logistics, e-commerce distribution, last mile execution

Vendor Management within automation/OEMs

Knowledge of local safety regulations and compliance standards.

Strong pro-active problem-solving and analytical skills

Experience in working with analysis tools for KPI reporting (i.e. PowerBI or similar)

Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master Degree in Engineering or Business equivalent

Experience in research and development environment, validating design through product lifecycle

Experience in Reliability and Maintenance Engineering (RME)

Proficiency in AutoCAD software or similar

Ability to work autonomously in ambiguous environment

Strong understanding of lean - six sigma, testing methodologies, and quality control.

The test engineer will be based out of BFI1 (Innovation Center) 1800 140th Avenue E, Sumner, WA 98390 but will need to travel (30% travel) other Amazon Delivery Stations (DS) in the US for testing at DS.

Start Date: Mar 2, 2026.

Duration: 6 months (can be extended)

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