Senior Mechanical Engineer, Robotics Prototyping Production

Amazon

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 157,000 - 213,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Fauna Robotics, an Amazon company, seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, prototype, test, and scale mechanical systems for advanced robots. Lead mechanism concepts and drive from concept to production with global suppliers.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with electrical and software teams, CAD-driven development, and thorough documentation to ensure reliable, manufacturable designs.

Qualifications

10+ years in mechanical engineering.
Experience with CAD and prototyping.
Experience with mechatronics and motion control.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and global supply chain.
Strong design verification and testing experience.
Experience with designing machined, cast, and 3D-printed parts.
Experience with sensors and actuators.

Responsibilities

Develop prototypes and refine designs for robotic mechanisms.
Create and optimize precision mechanical systems and actuators.
Collaborate with electrical/software engineers to integrate sensors and control systems.
Oversee transition from prototype to mass production with manufacturers.
Maintain detailed design documentation (CAD models, drawings, test data).

Skills

CAD software

Prototyping

Mechanism design

Mechatronics

Global supply chain

Design verification

Functional tests

Documentation

Sensors & actuators

Education

Master's degree (EE/CE)

Tools

SolidWorks

Onshape

CATIA

Job description

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with electrical and software teams, CAD-driven development, and thorough documentation to ensure reliable, manufacturable designs.

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