Hardware Engineering Intern

Amazon RIVR; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 22.320 - 29.016; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Amazon RIVR is a robotics company pioneering Physical AI through real-world doorstep delivery. We are building autonomous hardware and software for last-mile robotics, with ETH Zurich roots and recent Amazon integration.

This internship offers hands-on experience designing and prototyping mechanical, electronic, and software interfaces for robotic systems, collaborating with senior engineers, and contributing to hardware development in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifikationen

• Hands-on experience delivering complex projects (e.g. Formula SAE, ETH Fokus projekt, Motostudent)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong interest in robotics and hardware development
• Basic understanding of electronics, sensors, and actuators
• Familiarity with CAD software for mechanical design OR familiarity with eCAD software for PCBA design
• At least a BSc in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Aufgaben

• Support the design and development of mechanical structures, electronics, sensors, or actuators for robotic systems
• Aid in building prototypes, conducting tests, and analyzing results to improve hardware performance
• Help create documentation detailing hardware specifications, assembly instructions, and test procedures
• Work closely with senior engineers to integrate hardware with software systems and contribute ideas for optimization
• Gain hands-on experience in cutting edge robotics

Kenntnisse

Hands-on project experience

Team collaboration

Robotics interest

Electronics basics

CAD/eCAD familiarity

BSc in Robotics/Mech/Electrical

Ausbildung

BSc in Robotics/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Altium

eCAD/PCBA design

Jobbeschreibung

Amazon RIVR is a robotics company pioneering Physical AI through real‑world doorstep delivery. Founded in 2024 as an ETH Zurich spin‑off, RIVR developed wheeled‑legged robots designed to operate in complex, unstructured environments such as stairs, gates, doors, and uneven urban terrain. We believe that achieving general physical intelligence requires solving real customer problems in the real world, where robots can learn from rich operational data at scale.

Following our acquisition by Amazon in March 2026, we are continuing this mission with greater reach and speed. By combining custom robot hardware, onboard autonomy, and cloud‑based coordination, Amazon RIVR is building the next generation of safe, reliable autonomous robots for last‑mile delivery.

Important Notice

For this position, we can unfortunately only accept applications from citizens of Schengen Area countries. This restriction does not apply to ETHZ and EPFL students who are required to complete compulsory internships as part of their studies.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the design and development of mechanical structures, electronics, sensors, or actuators for robotic systems
• Aid in building prototypes, conducting tests, and analyzing results to improve hardware performance
• Help create documentation detailing hardware specifications, assembly instructions, and test procedures
• Work closely with senior engineers to integrate hardware with software systems and contribute ideas for optimization
• Gain hands‑on experience in cutting edge robotics

What You Must Have

• Hands‑on experience building complex projects with tight timelines: Formula SAE, ETH Fokus projekt, Motostudent, hyperloop and Boring company competitions
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong interest in robotics and a desire to learn and contribute to hardware development
• Basic understanding of electronics, sensors, and actuators
• Familiarity with CAD software for mechanical design OR familiarity with eCAD software for PCBA design
• At least a BSc in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Get some bonus points

• Familiarity with SolidWorks OR Altium
• Previous coursework or projects related to robotics, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering
• A solid portfolio of personal projects, please attach it to your application!

Amazon RIVR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that values every perspective. If you’re passionate about driving innovation in robotics and creating meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and bring your unique self to our team.

We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in‑person presence in our office locations.