Mechanical Engineer, Amazon Robotics (AR)

Amazon; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Robotics, based in Massachusetts, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop innovative hardware for robotic systems and improve existing hardware for performance and customer experience. You will join an interdisciplinary team to take designs from concept to production, including prototyping, validation and testing.

The role emphasizes hands-on prototype work, designing and writing specifications, and collaborating with operations, manufacturing and vendors to ensure successful product

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Experience with prototyping and implementation
• SolidWorks CAD and design for manufacturing experience
• Ability to write technical documents and communicate concepts clearly
• Experience evaluating design and tradeoffs for hardware systems

Responsibilities

• Work with an interdisciplinary team from concept to production including specs, prototyping, validation and testing
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality teams and vendors for launches
• Write requirements, specs, design verification plans and test procedures
• Demonstrate thorough engineering analysis and cradle-to-grave ownership
• Design and adapt holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors and integrators to deliver automation solutions
• Create design of experiments and lead cross-functional automation efforts

Skills

Mechanical design

Prototyping

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

ANSYS

PLM software

Job description

Description

As a an Amazon Robotics Mechanical Engineer you will develop innovative hardware designs for our emerging robotic systems and improve existing hardware to optimize performance and enhance customer experience. The ideal candidate has experience designing and analyzing robotic systems, enjoys analytical problem solving and possesses practical knowledge of robotic design, fabrication, assembly and rapid prototyping.

Key job responsibilities

• Working with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production including specification, design, prototyping, validation and testing




• Working with the Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality organizations as well as vendors to ensure a smooth product launch and sustaining




• Writing requirements, functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures




• Exhibit role model behaviors of thorough engineering analysis and cradle to grave ownership




• Design and adaptation of holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements.




• Collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendors and integrators to deliver an automation solution




• Creating design of experiments and leading cross-functional automation of experiments

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits for 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

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets.

About the team

Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart, collaborative team of enthusiastic doers that work passionately to apply leading edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even image yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience




• Experience with prototyping and implementation




• 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience




• SolidWorks or similar CAD experience, understanding of best practices for part design, advanced assemblies and complex configuration management




• Hands on experience crafting proof-of-concept models and prototypes




• Thorough understanding of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering and ability to apply them to product design




• Ability to effectively communicate concepts and write technical documents




• Experience with full lifecycle and proficiency at completing tasks to meet milestones




• Experience evaluating design, performance and logistical tradeoffs for hardware systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools




• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume




• Proficiency with SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS Finite Element Analysis tools




• Experience in the design and sustaining of complex mechanical products and equipment




• Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5




• Experience designing and debugging tooled (cast, injection mold, forge, stamp, etc) components




• Experience in electronics packaging including PCBA mechanical design, incorporation of sensors and plastic PCBA enclosures that comply with IEC IP54




• Experience leading product enhancements that improve performance of existing products




• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO’s




• Strong organizational skills and the ability to collaborate well with teams




• Desire and enthusiasm to work in a fast-paced agile environment

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

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