Senior Mechanical Engineer

Amazon; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 137,300 - 185,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

RSUs

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Engineer to design, integrate, and launch robotic end effectors. You will develop functional specs, verify designs, build prototypes, and support production handoffs.

Applicants should have 10+ years in mechanism design for robotics, with expertise in 4-bar linkages, hydrostatic transmissions, and a history of cross-disciplinary collaboration. Domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience developing functional specifications, design verification plans and test procedures.
• 10+ years designing and integrating mechanisms into robotics systems.
• Expertise with wire rope, dyneema, 4-bar linkage, and hydrostatic transmissions.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Author requirements and verification plans for end effector designs.
• Execute designs that meet requirements and timelines.
• Build and test mechanical subsystems and integrated systems.
• Support product releases to manufacturing and deployments.

Skills

Robotics system design

Design verification

Prototype testing

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Rapid development

Education

Master's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering

Tools

PLM software

Job description

Job ID: 10407179 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Amazon is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We're building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting‑edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced electromechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale, working with world‑class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic manipulation, locomotion, and human‑robot interaction.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Electro‑Mechanical Engineer to design, integrate, and launch robotic End Effectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanism design and integration and must be able to work both independently and in a multidisciplinary team setting.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Author functional requirements, design verification plans and test procedures
• Execute product designs that meet the requirements
• Build and test mechanical subsystem prototypes and integrated systems
• Support product releases to manufacturing and customer deployments
• Work efficiently to support rapid schedules

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
• 10+ years of experience designing and integrating mechanisms into robotics systems
• Expert in wire rope, dyneema, 4‑bar linkage, and hydrostatic transmissions
• Deep understanding of mechanical efficiency, inertia, compliance, etc
• Deep understanding of component capacities and life estimation given highly variable operating trajectories
• Hands on experience building prototypes and debugging subsystems

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
• Experience with the project management of technical projects
• Experience with transmission design for robot end‑effectors/grippers
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with Electrical and Controls engineers
• Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5
• Experience designing and debugging tooled (sheetmetal, cast, injection molded, etc) components
• Ability to support domestic and international travel as required by the program
• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO’s

Salary and Location

USA, MA, N.Reading – 137,300.00 – 185,700.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle – 137,300.00 – 185,700.00 USD annually

Benefits

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 .

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