Mechanical Engineer

Description

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 support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

As an Amazon Robotics mechanical engineer, you will develop innovative hardware designs for our emerging robotic systems and improve existing hardware to optimize performance and enhance customer experience. The ideal candidate has experience designing/analyzing robots, enjoys analytical problem solving, possesses practical knowledge of high volume manufacturing methods and is a role model for engineering best practices. This position reports directly to the Hardware Development Engineering Manager.

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:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options

3. Paid Time Off (PTO)

4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you're passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Basic Qualifications

* 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience

* Experience with DFx (Design for cost, test, manufacturing)

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

* Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities

* Experience working in a fast-paced and highly cross-functional organization

* Experience communicating technical concepts and processes using clear, simple language and visuals

* Experience in a highly agile environment

* Solid Works 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

* Thorough understanding of technical principals, theories and concepts in hardware development and ability to apply them to product design

* Experience with full product lifecycle and proficiency at completing tasks to meet milestones

* Ability to support domestic and international travel as required by the program.

Preferred Qualifications

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

* Experience developing and testing mechanical robotics equipment

* Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization

* Proficiency with Solid Works Simulation or ANSYS Finite Element Analysis tools

* Experience in the design and…