Senior Hardware Engineer - Robotics Systems Lead

Rivr; Zürich; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

RIVR, part of Amazon, is hiring a senior hardware engineering lead to shape the next generation of robotic hardware for last-mile delivery. You will design electro-mechanical assemblies, build prototypes, and mentor a team of hardware engineers in a fast-moving robotics environment.

You will work closely with electronics engineers and product leaders to drive manufacturing-ready designs, documentation, and best practices, ensuring reliability, safety, and scalable production.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Engineering, Robotics, Automotive or Aerospace.
• At least five years of industry or research experience.
• Proficient in CAD software for mechanical design.
• Deep understanding of actuators, motors, materials, design for manufacturing, power transmission, mechanisms, and contemporary manufacturing technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing teams, contractors, and relationships with OEMs/ODMs.
• Strong problem-solving skills, adept at debugging and optimizing hardware components.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electro-mechanical assemblies, robotic payloads, and actuators for our robots.
• Build and test prototypes to evaluate functionality and performance.
• Work closely with electronics engineers to integrate PCBAs into mechanical structures.
• Perform rigorous testing and evaluations to verify the reliability, durability, and safety of robotic hardware.
• Create detailed hardware documentation, including specifications, assembly instructions, and testing protocols.
• Build, lead and mentor an exceptional team of hardware engineers.
• Provide expert guidance to product managers and executives for strategic decision-making.
• Create and maintain documentation, guidelines, and best practices to streamline knowledge sharing.
• Improve design standards and processes through active participation in design reviews.

Skills

Hardware leadership

CAD software

Actuators & motors

Mechanical design

Team management

Systems integration

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree or higher

PhD experience applicable

Job description

RIVR, part of Amazon, is hiring a senior hardware engineering lead to shape the next generation of robotic hardware for last-mile delivery. You will design electro-mechanical assemblies, build prototypes, and mentor a team of hardware engineers in a fast-moving robotics environment.

You will work closely with electronics engineers and product leaders to drive manufacturing-ready designs, documentation, and best practices, ensuring reliability, safety, and scalable production.