Lab Engineer II, Global Materials Science

Benefits

Parental leave

6 weeks From the posting source

Non-birth-parent leave

6 weeks From the posting source

Family-building benefits

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• Adoption assistance: Not verified
• Surrogacy assistance: Not verified

Mental health support

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Childcare support

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Verification

Source-linked checked Jun 7, 2026

Salary

$99K-$160K From the posting source

401(k) match

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$111,944 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+13.7% - Much faster than average

16% above the BLS role benchmark for data and ml aggregate.

Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Data and ML aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

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Seniority

Mid From the posting source

Schedule

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Weekend work

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About this role

Lab Engineer II, Global Materials Science Sumner, Washington, USA 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 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,

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