Amazon Industrial Robotics is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We're building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting-edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at unprecedented scale, working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction.
As Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will develop innovative and complex hardware systems for our emerging robotic solutions, and improve existing hardware to optimize performance and enhance customer experience. The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience designing and troubleshooting custom robotics systems from the ground up. They enjoy analytical problem solving and possess practical knowledge of robotic design, fabrication, assembly and rapid prototyping. They thrive in an inter-disciplinary environment and have led the development of complex electro-mechanical systems.
Key job responsibilities
- Work with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production including specification, design, prototyping, validation and testing
- Owner of the detailed design and performance of a robotics design
- Work with the Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality organizations as well as vendors to ensure a smooth product launch
- Write functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures
- Exhibit role model behaviors of mechanical engineering best practices, thorough and predictive engineering analysis and cradle to grave ownership
- Design and adaptation of holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements.
A day in the life
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 - Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar CAD experience and understanding of best practices for part design, and advanced assemblies
- Experience in prototyping
- Experience collaborating and influencing multiple teams across multiple organizations
- Experience writing technical documents, project plans and progress reports to leadership and to stakeholders
- Experience working in an Agile environment
- Experience with feature delivery and tradeoffs of a product
- Experience leading the mechanical detailed design of electro-mechanical systems
- Thorough understanding and use of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering and ability to apply them to product design
- Experience with full lifecycle development- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
- Experience designing and launching new products from the ground up
- Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with Electrical and Controls engineers
- Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5
- Experience designing and debugging tooled (sheetmetal, cast, injection molded, etc) components
- Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO’s
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit
https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
