Deployment Safety Engineering Manager II, Technology Deployment (TD) - Austin | Amazon Job

Job Description

Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? We apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world problems that delight our customers' experiences in ways we can't even imagine yet.

Amazon Robotics (AR) is located in the greater Boston area, the epicenter of robotics innovation. Our diverse team of engineers come from all over the world to design, test and build our dynamic fleet of robots and mechatronic systems. Having our offices, labs, test floors and factories all co-located means that we can design the hardware, write the code, test, build and watch it all come to life. This allows us to innovate quickly and on limitless ideas. Current advancements are underway in autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, predictive analytics, and much more.

The AR Technology Deployment (TD) Strategy and Operations (S&O) team is looking for an experienced Safety Engineer to be responsible for the deployment of new technologies and products in a safe, ergonomic and efficient manner in new construction as well as live sites.

This individual will partner with WHS, General Contractors, and Deployment Engineers to support day-to-day monitoring of Tech Deployment Safety Programs and initiatives. The candidate will assist in conducting incident investigation, reviewing safety compliance, and drive proactive identification of potential safety hazards for TD, our partners, and impacted teams across deployment sites. The individual will take the lead in promoting safety awareness and education across deployment sites and labs and be hands-on with the product and deployment teams we support.

We are looking for someone that is passionate about Safety, can identify risks and opportunities, deep dive incident metrics, and owns driving improvements while engaging Hardware, Deployment engineers, Operations teams and other stakeholders..

Key job responsibilities
• Lead TD Safety Management System (SMS) program implementation and transform safety culture through leadership and innovative solutions across deployment sites.
• Drive deployment safety continuous improvement initiatives that set new benchmarks in deployment sites.
• Leverage technology and data analytics to drive preventive safety measures that protect our deployment engineers and contractors while enhancing operational excellence.
• Develop leadership safety plans, communicate expectations, and drive initiatives to create a safe work environment across deployment sites.
• Measure performance against TD safety policies, analyze metrics, and conduct site DSSI audits to address non-compliance issues.
• Build partnerships with Deployment engineers to integrate safety into every aspect of deployment processes.
• Use compelling data analysis and risk insights to influence positive change and drive strategic decision-making.
• Oversee incident record-keeping, deployment area organization, and drive safety training program compliance.
• Partner with Deployment engineers, contractors, WHS and other affected teams to report and investigate incidents and/or near misses and ensure timely/accurate documentation.
• Support TD Contractor management, pre-qualification and the execution of the Safe System of Work (SSOW) developed to perform Contractor work in deployment sites

A day in the life
As a Safety Engineer, you will take a lead role in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating TD Safety programs to ensure compliance with Amazon WHS and industry safety standards in order to provide a safe and secure workplace for employees and partners. You will be responsible for maintaining safety documentation, reporting and investigation of incidents, as well as leading and/or participating on safety committees, programs and initiatives. You will work across Amazon team to develop safety standard work in conjunction with our engineers, designers, and associates. In the event of issues or escalations you will investigate and report on situations and ensure proper actions are captured and closed out. You will pull teams together as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to conduct Root Cause Analyses in conjunction with Operations leadership and our deployment teams. In support of our field activities, you will perform site physical condition safety observations, safety behavior observations, as well as audits and inspections in relation to fire and safety related equipment.

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:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 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
RDPI Technology Deployment (TD) offers services to our global customers to realize the full value of automation solutions. We deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality integrations at scale to meet emerging network and business needs. We do this by partnering with upstream and downstream customers to innovate and perform rapid experimentation. This accelerates the maturity of complex solutions throughout the product lifecycle to enable simplified execution

Basic Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental, or equivalent
- 3+ years of owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- 3+ years of safety compliance, audit or risk management experience in deployment sites or in manufacturing, construction, or service operations experience
- Experience using data and metrics to measure impact, determine improvements, and provide feedback to development teams
- Experience in analyzing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures associated with deployment operations
- Experience in managing contractor work in fulfillment centers and ensuring safety compliance
- Experience in incident reporting and investigations and ensuring risk control measures.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

- Master's degree in Safety, engineering, operations or MBA in business, or related field. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or CSME or other functional safety certification or equivalent certification
- Experience in the installation and commissioning of new technologies and equipment, including hoisting and rigging operations and safe lifting plans.
- Experience prioritizing and handling multiple assignments at any given time while maintaining commitment to deadlines, or experience with end-to-end project management
- Experience working with fast-moving, high-performance teams and driving innovative solutions tailored to unique business environments
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication abilities, including communicating complex business concepts in verbal and written form
- Experience leveraging technology and AI tools to implement lean principles / Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements or equivalent

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.

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