Amazon · 9 hours ago
Lab Engineer, Global Materials Science
Sumner, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$99K/yr - $160K/yr
3+ years expAmazon's Global Materials Science (GMS) organization is seeking a Lab Engineer to support the development of sustainable e-commerce packaging. In this hands-on role, you will conduct materials testing and characterization to inform decisions about packaging materials that impact millions of customer experiences.
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Responsibilities
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
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
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 opportunities to improve testing efficiency and data quality
Support inventory management of laboratory supplies and test materials
Collaborate with Advanced Materials Engineers and scientists on experimental design and execution
Communicate test results, status updates, and any issues or blockers to team members
Support supplier qualification activities by conducting materials testing on vendor samples
Assist with sample preparation and testing for field trials and deployment validation
Participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning discussions
Contribute to the development and refinement of test procedures and SOPs
Document experimental procedures, observations, and results clearly and thoroughly
Identify and recommend improvements to testing methods and laboratory processes
Learn and apply materials science principles to understand the significance of test results
Seek feedback and continuously develop technical skills and domain knowledge
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Optical Engineering, Physics or related fields
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 3+ years of relevant field experience
Preferred
Master's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline
2+ years of laboratory experience in materials testing, quality control, or research environment
Experience with packaging materials or other forest products testing (paper, adhesives, coatings, or polymers) following standard test methods (TAPPI, ASTM, ISO, ISTA, etc.)
Hands-on experience with testing equipment such as tensile testers, burst testers, thermal analysis equipment, SEM, DMA, etc. and experience with data analysis tools and statistical methods
Benefits
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
Parental leave
Company
Amazon
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Funding
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$8.11BKey Investors
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2001-07-24Post Ipo Equity· $100M
1997-05-15IPO
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