Senior Mechanical Design Engineer—Modular Sensor Systems

Amazon; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 137,300 - 185,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to conceive, prototype, and deploy modular data-collection systems across Amazon’s fulfillment network. You will collaborate with ML scientists, field engineers, and global customers to design scalable, pluggable sensor configurations and housing for diverse environments.

You’ll lead cross-functional projects, work with cameras, optics, sensors, and control systems, and deliver results within months in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD with best practices for part design and advanced assemblies.
• 8+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing large, complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for mounting cameras, optics, sensors, wiring, computer systems, and supporting infrastructure.
• Apply knowledge of industrial measurement, controls, mechanical conveyance, and safety systems.
• Engage with customers at all levels—from executives to developers and warehouse operations staff.
• Deliver projects in a fast-paced environment where timelines are typically measured in months.
• Demonstrate self‑stimulation, teamwork, customer focus, and the ability to work with complex hardware and software systems.

Skills

SolidWorks CAD

Mechanical design

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to conceive, prototype, and deploy modular data-collection systems across Amazon’s fulfillment network. You will collaborate with ML scientists, field engineers, and global customers to design scalable, pluggable sensor configurations and housing for diverse environments.

You’ll lead cross-functional projects, work with cameras, optics, sensors, and control systems, and deliver results within months in a fast-paced setting.