Amazon.com Services LLC

Hardware Development, subsidiaries

SeniorManufacturingEngineer,CNCMachining

$137–186k Seattle, Washington, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Senior Manufacturing Engineer, CNC Machining at Amazon.com Services LLC. Skills: CNC Machining, Process Optimization, Equipment Selection, Technical Leadership. Own end-to-end strategy for CNC machining operations. Define process capabilities”

What You'll Achieve.

Improve material flow; Improve machine utilization; Improve overall efficiency; Ensure repeatability; Ensure precision; Ensure efficient changeover; Increase efficiency; Reduce cycle times; Improve tool life; Improve surface finish outcomes

Industry & Context.

Hardware Development, subsidiaries
Problems you'll solve

Structured problem solving

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Operations Research, or a related field, 7+ years of experience working with complex, high-throughput systems or operational environments, Experience owning and optimizing end-to-end processes, Experience selecting, configuring, and deploying technical systems or platforms in a production environment, Demonstrated ability to analyze system performance and drive improvements, Experience working with external partners or vendors to deliver technical solutions, Cross-functional collaboration skills, Proficiency in data-driven decision making

Nice to Have

Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline, Experience designing and scaling complex systems or platforms in high-volume environments, Deep understanding of automation, orchestration, or workflow optimization in production systems, Experience developing and implementing monitoring, validation, or control frameworks, Familiarity with system architecture trade-offs, standardization strategies, and lifecycle management, Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives, Technical leadership experience, Experience evaluating and integrating emerging technologies into existing systems, Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable plans

What You'll Do.

Own end-to-end strategy for CNC machining operations

Define process capabilities

Define throughput expectations

Define quality benchmarks

Drive selection and procurement of CNC equipment

Evaluate machine platforms

Evaluate tooling systems

Evaluate workholding solutions

Establish standardized approaches

Establish scalable approaches

Define tooling strategies

Manage cutter selection

Manage optimization programs

Improve material flow

Improve machine utilization

Improve overall efficiency

Develop machining process plans

Implement machining process plans

Establish CAM programming standards

Establish setup procedures

Establish in-process validation methods

Lead fixturing strategies

Lead workholding strategies

Ensure efficient changeover

Build relationships with OEMs

Build relationships with tooling suppliers

Build relationships with integration partners

Lead technical evaluation

Lead deployment of solutions

Continuously improve machining processes

Improve surface finish outcomes

Establish comprehensive documentation

Maintain comprehensive documentation

Optimize part designs for machinability

Optimize part designs for production readiness

Define inspection strategies

Define SPC frameworks

Define capability study requirements

Ensure cohesive planning

Ensure execution across machining

Ensure execution across adjacent manufacturing processes

Evaluate emerging machining technologies

Evaluate emerging materials

Evaluate emerging techniques

Recommend strategic investments

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with internal teams; Partner with external providers; Partner with design engineering teams; Collaborate with quality teams; Collaborate with metrology teams; Work cross-functionally

Full Job Description

Amazon is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer specializing in CNC machining to lead precision machining operations. This role is serves as the technical lead for machining strategy, equipment selection, process development, and operational readiness. You will partner with internal teams and external providers to manage machining systems that support our products. This role requires deep experience with multi-axis CNC machining, fixturing, tooling, and process validation, along with the ability to think holistically—connecting machine selection, process architecture, and operational performance. You will act as a technical leader within the broader engineering organization, driving alignment and execution across design, quality, and other domains. Key job responsibilities - Own end-to-end strategy for CNC machining operations, defining process capabilities, throughput expectations, and quality benchmarks - Drive selection and procurement of CNC equipment, evaluating machine platforms, tooling systems, and workholding solutions to establish standardized, scalable approaches - Define tooling strategies, including cutter selection, tool life management, optimization programs, and vendor engagement - Design and optimize layouts and machining workflows to improve material flow, machine utilization, and overall efficiency - Develop and implement machining process plans, including CAM programming standards, setup procedures, and in-process validation methods - Lead fixturing and workholding strategies across part families to ensure repeatability, precision, and efficient changeover - Build and manage relationships with machine tool OEMs, tooling suppliers, and integration partners, leading technical evaluation, qualification, and deployment of solutions - Continuously improve machining processes to increase efficiency, reduce cycle times, and improve tool life and surface finish outcomes - Establish and maintain comprehensive documentation, including process sheets, con

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