Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Amazon; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Maternity and Parental Leave Options

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Amazon Robotics seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join an interdisciplinary team responsible for turning concepts into production-ready hardware. You will design, prototype, validate, and test parts, collaborating with Operations, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure successful launches.

You will write specifications, perform design verification, and own cradle-to-grave development of complex electro-mechanical systems, with hands-on modeling using CAD/simulation tools.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Robotics or Mechatronics Engineering required.
• Master's degree or higher preferred for advanced roles.
• Experience in hardware development and design verification.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks and simulations.
• Knowledge of PLM processes and engineering documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to design from concept to production.
• Write functional specs, design verification plans, and test procedures.
• Prototype, validate, and test hardware solutions for complex requirements.
• Own cradle-to-grave ownership and documentation of hardware projects.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Design verification

Prototyping

Technical writing

Electrical–mechanical systems

Project management

Hardware development

Team leadership

Education

BS in Mechanical, Robotics or Mechatronics Engineering

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or mechatronics

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

ANSYS

PLM software

ECO management

Job description

ID lavoro: 10401498 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Working at Amazon Robotics Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world problems that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even image yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and guidance that you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

Key job responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for:

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

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets.

• Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
• BS in Mechanical, Robotics or Mechatronics Engineering (or similar field)
• SolidWorks or similar CAD experience, understanding of best practices for part design, advanced assemblies and complex configuration management
• Hands on experience crafting proof-of-concept models and prototypes
• Experience mentoring and developing junior engineers
• Thorough understanding of technical principals, theories and concepts in hardware development and ability to apply them to product design
• Extensive system design experience interfacing with a wide array of electro-mechanical subsystems and associated debugging experience
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment and customer focused
• Ability to effectively communicate concepts and write technical documents
• Experience with full product lifecycle and proficiency at completing tasks to meet milestones
• Experience evaluating design, performance and logistical tradeoffs for hardware systems
• Ability to support domestic and international travel as required by the program.
• Desire and energy to work in a fast-paced agile environment
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
• Experience with the project management of technical projects
• Master's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics or equivalent
• Proficiency with SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS Finite Element Analysis tools
• Experience in the design and sustaining of complex mechanical products and equipment
• Experience in actuation and motor development
• Experience in robotic development
• Experience in electro/mechanical integration
• Experience with the project management of technical projects
• Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5
• Experience designing and debugging tooled (cast, injection mold, forge, stamp, etc) components
• Experience leading product enhancements that improve performance of existing products
• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO’s
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well with teams

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

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process.

USA, MA, North Reading - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually