Sr Gear Design Engineer, Robotics, Robotics

Position: Sr Gear Design Engineer, Amazon Robotics, Amazon Robotics
Description

Amazon is seeking a talented and motivated Gear Design Engineer to own the design, analysis, and design-for-manufacturing of high-performance while cost-efficient gear systems for our robotic platforms at substantial scale. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in gear mechanism design-including planetary, harmonic, cycloidal, and custom gear trains-and a proven ability to manage gear vendors (internal & external) and contract design partners.

This candidate must combine strong analytical skills with hands-on experience bringing precision gear systems from concept through volume manufacturing, and thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent field

- Experience in gear mechanism design and analysis for robotics, automation, or precision machinery

- Experience managing external vendors and co-design partnerships for gear components

- Experience with gear design software (KISSsoft, MASTA, ROMAX, or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications

- Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on gear/power transmission systems

- Experience designing compact, high-torque-density gear trains for robotics or aerospace applications

- Familiarity with AGMA/ISO gear standards and rating methods

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

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. 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.

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USA, MA, N.Reading -  -  USD annually