Senior Robotics Automation Hardware Lead

Amazon; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 137,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in Massachusetts seeks a Senior Hardware Engineer to lead evaluation, customization, and deployment of automated mechanical systems for our robotics program. You will own the mechanical hardware strategy, engage with vendors, and drive system integration across multiple automation platforms.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver production-ready solutions—workstations, robotic arms, safety systems, and material handling—while leveraging

Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in robotics, mechanical/mechatronics engineering, systems engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical hardware design, development, and validation for automated or robotic systems.
• Proven ability to independently design and deliver mechanical hardware from concept through production with limited guidance.
• Strong CAD proficiency (SolidWorks or NX) with experience producing detailed drawings, assemblies, and technical documentation.
• Experience evaluating vendor designs and making informed make-versus-buy trade-off decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis on mechanical failures and drive corrective actions.
• Experience working with external vendors and system integrators to deliver customized technical solutions.
• Proficiency in data-driven decision making, including use of trade studies, structured problem solving, and technical risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end evaluation and selection of automation solutions and make-versus-buy decisions.
• Work with vendors to customize mechanical and automation solutions for demanding requirements.
• Investigate mechanical failures during pilots and deployments to identify root causes and drive actions.
• Design, develop, and validate mechanical hardware for automated systems including workstations, robotic arms, safety systems, and material handling.
• Create CAD models, drawings, trade studies, and documentation using SolidWorks or NX.
• Define fixturing, tooling, and workholding strategies for repeatable integration.
• Build relationships with automation OEMs, system integrators, and suppliers; lead technical discussions.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, product managers, and manufacturing teams for cohesive planning and execution.
• Document design reviews, failure analyses, process validation, and SOPs.
• Mentor peers, train juniors, and participate in design reviews and hiring activities.
• Evaluate emerging automation technologies and recommend strategic investments.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

CAD proficiency

Root cause analysis

Vendor evaluation

Data-driven decisions

System integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in robotics, mechanical/mechatronics engineering, systems engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Amazon.com Services LLC in Massachusetts seeks a Senior Hardware Engineer to lead evaluation, customization, and deployment of automated mechanical systems for our robotics program. You will own the mechanical hardware strategy, engage with vendors, and drive system integration across multiple automation platforms.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver production-ready solutions—workstations, robotic arms, safety systems, and material handling—while leveraging