Mechanical Engineer II

Amazon

Massachusetts

On-site

USD 117,000 - 160,000

Full time

4 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop hardware for its next generation robotic systems. You will design, prototype, validate, and test solutions for scalable automation, collaborating with operations and manufacturing teams to ensure successful product launches.

Ideal candidates have SolidWorks CAD expertise, hands-on prototyping ability, and strong communication skills to document design decisions and verify performance across the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • SolidWorks CAD experience and knowledge of advanced assemblies.
  • Hands-on prototyping and proof-of-concept models.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and design optimization.
  • Ability to document concepts and write technical reports.
  • Experience with full lifecycle hardware development and milestones.
  • Experience evaluating design and manufacturing tradeoffs for hardware systems.

Responsibilities

  • Execute product designs from concept to production including specification, design, prototyping, validation and testing.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality to ensure smooth launches and sustaining.
  • Write requirements, specs, 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 vendors and integrators to deliver automation solutions.
  • Lead experiments and cross-functional automation of tests.

Skills

Mechanical design
Prototyping
Technical communication
Cross-functional collaboration
Design verification
Problem solving
Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks
Ansys
PLM software

Job description

Description

Amazon 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 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 a Mechanical Engineer you will develop innovative hardware designs for our emerging robotic systems. The ideal candidate has experience designing and examining robotic systems, scaling desings to production, 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
  • Partnering 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.
  • Partnering with cross-functional teams, vendors and integrators to deliver an automation solution
  • Creating design of experiments and leading cross-functional automation of experiments
Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 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 working in a fast-paced, team environment
  • 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

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.

USA, MA, N.Reading - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

Company

- Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A10556960

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