Sr. Lab Manager, OneMHS MHE Hardware

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We are seeking an experienced Lab Engineer to join our Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Hardware team. This role focuses on designing and executing hardware testing programs while leading technical initiatives that ensure the reliability and performance of Amazon's material handling systems. This individual will oversee the safe setup, execution, and tear down of all equipment testing in the MHE Hardware Lab in Cincinnati, OH.

Key job responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Execution
• Design, develop, and assemble sophisticated testing rigs for evaluating material handling equipment
• Create and execute comprehensive test plans with ambiguous requirements
• Lead end-to-end design and delivery of simplified solutions
• Perform advanced hardware assembly/rework (complex prototype assembly, device teardowns, BGA re-balling, etc.)
• Conduct system testing, failure analysis, and performance evaluation
• Develop firmware, software, or test scripts as needed
• Create scalable mechanisms that simplify, optimize, and remove bottlenecks
Project Management & Strategy
• Lead team projects and drive alignment among stakeholders
• Provide inputs to team initiatives and project roadmaps
• Make strategic trade-offs between short and long-term needs
• Contribute to high-level schedule and resource planning
• Drive lab improvements and operational excellence initiatives
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and quality standards
Leadership & Mentorship
• Mentor and develop team members
• Participate actively in the hiring process
• Provide technical assessments for promotions
• Champion lab management best practices
• Set standards for lab operations
Communication & Collaboration
• Write and present technical narratives to leadership
• Lead technical team reviews
• Build strategic relationships with suppliers and external partners
• Drive mindful discussions across cross-functional teams
• Communicate effectively across multiple locales, roles, and functions

About the team
The MHE Hardware team is a new and growing group within OneMHS. Our missions is to create the Amazon Standard MHE Hardware through a combination of in-house R&D and supplier IP partnerships. Our products will be the Amazon standard conveyance, sortation, non-AR robotics and custom mechanical machines and solutions used throughout the Amazon network of sites, including all miles.

This team will be based in Cincinnati, OH but with a few key resources in other facilities or FBD. We will challenge the status quo every day and will insist on the highest standards in both our products and how we create and manage them. We will have the best product line in this industry, and the absolute best team is needed to create it.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Mechanics, Product Design, Industrial Design, Manufacturing Technologies or other STEM discipline
• Minimum 6-7 years of relevant experience
• Proven experience in designing and building test fixtures and equipment
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
• Proficiency in data acquisition systems and testing instrumentation
• Experience with CAD software and mechanical design tools

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Master's degree in related technical field
• Experience with material handling equipment or robotics systems
• Knowledge of industrial automation and controls
• Project management experience

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 for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $123,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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