Robotics Hardware Engineer II, Manipulation Robotics

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

Job summary

Amazon Robotics is seeking a Robotics Hardware Engineer II for Manipulation Robotics in North Reading, MA. You will design and deliver premier robotic hardware, from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, scalable solutions for operations at scale.

The role requires 4+ years in mechanical engineering, CAD proficiency, and experience with prototypes. Strong background in automation, motion control, and FE analysis will be valued as you contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 4+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Proficiency with CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robotic work cell hardware from concept through production, including specifications, design, prototyping, testing, and validation with cross-functional teams.
• Integrate industrial automation and motion control systems into work cells and specify motors, actuators, pneumatics, sensors, and safety systems.
• Conduct mechanical systems analysis using FEA tools and calculations to validate design performance.
• Create design documentation including drawings, requirements, functional specs, and validation plans for future iterations and compliance.
• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and vendor teams to ensure successful product launch and ongoing support.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Prototyping

Cross-functional collaboration

Design validation

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

SolidWorks Simulation

ANSYS Finite Element Analysis

Job description

Robotics Hardware Engineer II, Manipulation Robotics

Job ID: 10492873 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Join Amazon Robotics and help shape the future of automation by designing and delivering premier robotic hardware solutions that transform how we serve customers worldwide. In this role, you'll partner with talented engineers to solve complex mechanical problems, taking innovative designs from concept through production while seeing the direct impact of your work on real-world operations at scale.

Key job responsibilities

• Design and develop robotic work cell hardware from concept through production, including specifications, design, prototyping, testing, and validation collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Integrate industrial automation and motion control systems into functional work cells, and specify components such as motors, actuators, pneumatics, sensors, and safety systems
• Conduct mechanical systems analysis using finite element analysis tools and traditional calculations to validate design performance
• Create comprehensive design documentation including drawings, requirements, functional specifications, and validation plans to support future iterations and compliance
• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and vendor partners to ensure successful product launch and ongoing support

A day in the life

As a Mechanical Hardware Development Engineer on our Manipulation Workcell Hardware team, your day might involve deep technical analysis of mechanical and mechatronic components, presenting your product vision to program stakeholders and customers, or traveling on-site to partner directly with teams using your hardware solutions. You'll tackle the challenges inherent in designing state-of-the-art robotic work cells, working in a fast-paced environment where you'll partner with systems engineers, software developers, project managers, quality specialists, and safety teams. Your work spans the full product lifecycle—from initial specifications and design through prototyping, testing, validation, and manufacturing at scale.

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners. 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:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 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. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale,

About the team

We are a partnership-focused team of engineers and innovators passionate about applying advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges. Our vision is to continuously improve robotic systems that enhance customer experiences in ways we're still discovering. You'll work alongside interdisciplinary teams across Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality, as well as external partners and vendors. Together, we're dedicated to delivering integrated hardware solutions that set new standards for performance and reliability. Joining our team means being part of a group that values thorough engineering analysis, end-to-end ownership, and the shared mission of transforming automation.

Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience with prototyping and implementation
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Proficiency with computer-aided design software

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools
• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
• Knowledge of industrial automation systems and motion control principles
• Experience working in cross-functional product development environments

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

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

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