Senior Mechanical Engineer, Amazon Industrial Robotics

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Industrial Robotics team. In this role, you'll work on cutting-edge robotics systems and automation solutions for Amazon. Responsibilities include product design from concept to launch, collaborating across engineering teams, and leading detailed design for robotics projects.

The position requires strong skills in mechanical design, proficiency with CAD software like SolidWorks, and experience in agile environments. The salary range is competitive, between USD 137,300.00 and 185,700.00 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Hands-on experience with proof-of-concept models and prototypes.
• Experience leading mechanical design of electro-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute product designs from concept to production.
• Owner of detailed design and performance of a robotics project.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, and Quality organizations.

Skills

Mechanical design

SolidWorks or CAD experience

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Agile environment experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Simulation

Ansys Finite Element Analysis tools

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Amazon Industrial Robotics

Job ID: 3150495 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Amazon Industrial Robotics 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 mechanical 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.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Work with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production including specification, design, prototyping, validation and testing
• Owner of the detailed design and performance of a robotics design
• Work with the Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality organizations as well as vendors to ensure a smooth product launch
• Write functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures
• Exhibit role model behaviors of mechanical engineering best practices, thorough and predictive engineering analysis and cradle to grave ownership
• Design and adaptation of holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar CAD experience and understanding of best practices for part design, and advanced assemblies
• Experience leading the mechanical detailed design of electro‑mechanical systems
• Hands‑on experience crafting proof‑of‑concept models and prototypes
• Thorough understanding and use of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering and ability to apply them to product design
• Organizational skills and the ability to work well with teams
• Experience communicating concepts to leadership and writing technical documents
• Experience working in a fast‑paced agile environment
• Experience with full lifecycle development
• Experience evaluating design, performance and logistical tradeoffs for hardware systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
• Experience with the project management of technical projects
• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
• Experience launching a product at scale
• 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
• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO’s
• Proficiency with SolidWorks Simulation or Ansys Finite Element Analysis tools

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

The base salary range for this position is USD 137,300.00 to 185,700.00 annually (USA, MA). 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.