LabEngineerI

Join Amazon's Global Materials Science (GMS) organization as a Lab Engineer and be part of pioneering sustainable e-commerce packaging. In this hands-on role, you'll conduct materials testing and characterization that directly supports the development of breakthrough packaging materials. You'll work in state-of-the-art laboratories, operating advanced testing equipment, executing experiments, and generating critical data that enables our team to make informed decisions about materials that touch millions of customer experiences daily. Key job responsibilities Key job responsibilities - Materials Testing & Characterization: - Conduct hands-on materials testing using equipment including tensile testers, burst testers, tear testers, rheometers, and other materials characterization tools. - Execute test protocols following TAPPI, ASTM, ISO, and ISTA standards as well as internal developed methods. - Perform testing on packaging materials including paper substrates, adhesives, coatings, and alternative fiber materials. - Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality - Prepare test and store specimens according to specifications and standard operating procedures - Identify, recommend, and help implement improved lab processes for the team. Learning to create mechanisms. Data Collection & Analysis: - Collect, organize, and document experimental data with high accuracy and attention to detail. - Analyze test results and identify trends or anomalies in materials performance. - Generate clear and concise test reports summarizing findings and observations. - Support data-driven decision making by providing reliable, high-quality test results Laboratory Operations: - Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for all testing activities - Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment. - Participate in laboratory safety programs and equipment maintenance schedules. - Assist in identifying opportuniti