Mechanical Engineer, Mobile Robotics

Amazon; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 117,300 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

Amazon Robotics in North Reading, MA seeks a Mechanical Engineer to develop hardware designs for robotic systems and improve existing hardware to optimize performance and customer experience. You will work with interdisciplinary teams from concept through production, writing requirements and test procedures.

The role requires 4+ years in mechanical engineering, CAD experience with SolidWorks (and simulations preferred), and hands-on prototyping.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• SolidWorks or similar CAD experience with best practices for part design and complex assemblies.
• Hands-on prototyping and proof-of-concept models.
• Ability to communicate concepts and write technical documents.
• Experience with full lifecycle and meeting milestones.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams from concept to production, including specification, design, prototyping, validation and testing.
• Coordinate with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality for smooth launches and sustaining
• Write requirements, functional specs, design verification plans, and test procedures
• Demonstrate thorough engineering analysis and cradle-to-grave ownership
• Design holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements
• Collaborate with vendors and integrators to deliver automation solutions
• Lead experiments and drive cross-functional automation of experiments

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation writing

Communication of concepts

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

SolidWorks Simulation

ANSYS Finite Element Analysis

PLM / ECOs

ANSI Y-14.5 documentation

Job description

Job ID: 10485267 | Amazon.com Services LLC

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.

Job Overview – As 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.

• 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

Basic Qualifications

• 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

• 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 .

USA, MA, North Reading - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually