AD, Warehouse Design and Robotics

Job Description:

Our Opportunity:

Chewy is seeking an Associate Director to lead its Warehouse Design and Robotics Engineering Team. This leader will oversee the development and deployment of next-generation robotic systems and fulfillment center infrastructure, with a focus on developing new supply chain capabilities, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing team member experience. The role requires strong engineering acumen, a strategic mindset, and the ability to drive innovation in a fast-paced, tech-forward environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team responsible for designing and launching new large-scale fulfillment centers and retrofits across Chewy’s network
  • Develop and own a multi-year technology roadmap to achieve long-term business goals focused on net sales growth, customer experience, and operational cost optimization.
• Develop cutting-edge automation and robotics solutions that improve safety, throughput, and efficiency in Chewy fulfillment centers
• Partner with operations, product, and finance teams to define technical requirements and unlock new supply chain capabilities that support net sales growth
• Drive long-term strategic planning efforts, including ROI analysis, to guide investment decisions and ensure alignment with business goals
• Vet, select, and manage external vendors to deliver capital projects and automation systems on time and within budget
• Mentor and grow a high-performing team of engineers
• Manage risk across all phases of design, development, and deployment to ensure reliable, scalable systems

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree (Engineering or related field) or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of experience in warehouse industrial design
• 2+ years of experience managing warehouse engineering teams
• Experience designing large-scale warehouses and fulfillment equipment and processes
• Experience designing, developing, testing, and deploying advanced robotic systems
  • Ability to manage multiple high priority projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel as needed.

Bonus (if applicable):

• Master's Degree (Engineering or related field)
• Experience with industrial PLC systems
• Experience with industry standard FMEA processes
• Experience with cloud native technology stacks and service-oriented architecture

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, or you require a religious accommodation, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at our company, please contact HR@Chewy.com.