Senior Hardware Engineer: Material Handling & Robotics

Amazon; Springdale (OH); On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer to define, design, and deliver next-generation material handling equipment across our global network. You'll develop mechanical, electrical, and control solutions and collaborate with OEM partners to drive scalable, robust engineering outcomes.

This role requires translating business needs into technical requirements, leading design-for-manufacturing, and delivering prototypes, tests, and documentation while staying ahead of automation and

Qualifications

• 6+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience with prototyping and implementation.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools.
• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate hardware solutions for Amazon’s next-generation material handling systems.
• Translate ambiguous business problems into clear technical requirements and engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (operations, procurement, global engineering, and launch teams) to ensure successful product delivery.
• Lead the design-for-manufacturing, assembly, installation, and maintenance processes to ensure long-term scalability.
• Evaluate and integrate OEM hardware solutions; identify gaps and lead in-house design where required.
• Build prototypes, conduct testing, and analyze results to validate performance, safety, and reliability.
• Author technical specifications, design documents, and test plans.
• Champion data-driven decision making, ensuring technical trade-offs are well-documented and communicated.
• Manage risk through proactive identification and mitigation strategies.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in automation, robotics, and industrial equipment.

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer to define, design, and deliver next-generation material handling equipment across our global network. You'll develop mechanical, electrical, and control solutions and collaborate with OEM partners to drive scalable, robust engineering outcomes.

This role requires translating business needs into technical requirements, leading design-for-manufacturing, and delivering prototypes, tests, and documentation while staying ahead of automation and