Robotics Mechanical Engineer II: Hands-On Hardware Design

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

RSUs

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a talented and motivated Mechanical Engineer to design, build, and launch novel robotics hardware. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanism design, prototyping, and integration of robotic subsystems.

The role involves designing components for robotic hand, forearm, and actuators, generating drawings and BOMs, and collaborating with electrical and software teams to meet system requirements. Strong hands-on testing and documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• SolidWorks or equivalent CAD experience and understanding of best practices for part design and advanced assemblies.
• Experience with prototyping methods (CNC machining, 3D printing, sheet metal).
• Familiarity with gears, bearings, fasteners, seals, actuators.
• Hands-on experience assembling and testing mechanical hardware.

Responsibilities

• Design and detail mechanical components and assemblies for robotic hand, forearm, and actuator systems using CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent).
• Generate engineering drawings, BOMs, and assembly documentation to support prototype builds.
• Support prototype fabrication, assembly, and integration of multi-DOF robotic mechanisms.
• Perform tolerance analysis, material selection, and basic structural/thermal calculations to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with electrical, firmware, and controls engineers to ensure mechanical designs meet system-level requirements.
• Conduct hands-on testing, failure analysis, and design iteration based on test results.
• Maintain clear engineering documentation (design reports, test procedures, change logs).

Skills

SolidWorks CAD

Prototype methods

Hands-on testing

Gears and bearings knowledge

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Simulation

ANSYS

Job description

Amazon is seeking a talented and motivated Mechanical Engineer to design, build, and launch novel robotics hardware. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanism design, prototyping, and integration of robotic subsystems.

The role involves designing components for robotic hand, forearm, and actuators, generating drawings and BOMs, and collaborating with electrical and software teams to meet system requirements. Strong hands-on testing and documentation are essential.