Senior Mechanical Engineer, Amazon Industrial Robotics

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Amazon Industrial Robotics

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Amazon Industrial Robotics is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon’s scale. We’re building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting‑edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale, working with world‑class teams pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in robotic manipulation, locomotion, and human‑robot interaction.

• Work with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production including specification, design, prototyping, validation and testing.
• Owner of the detailed design and performance of a robotics design.
• Work with the Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality organizations as well as vendors to ensure a smooth product launch.
• Write functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
• Exhibit role model behaviors of mechanical engineering best practices, thorough and predictive engineering analysis and cradle‑to‑grave ownership.
• Design and adapt holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of Solid Works or similar CAD experience and understanding of best practices for part design and advanced assemblies.
• Experience leading the mechanical detailed design of electro‑mechanical systems.
• Hands‑on experience crafting proof‑of‑concept models and prototypes.
• Thorough understanding and use of principles, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering and ability to apply them to product design.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work well with teams.
• Experience communicating concepts to leadership and writing technical documents.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced agile environment.
• Experience with full lifecycle development.
• Experience evaluating design, performance and logistical tradeoffs for hardware systems.

• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production.
• Experience with the project management of technical projects.
• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume.
• Experience launching a product at scale.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with Electrical and Controls engineers.
• Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y‑14.5.
• Experience designing and debugging tooled (sheet‑metal, cast, injection‑molded, etc.) components.
• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and ECO’s.
• Proficiency with Solid Works Simulation or ANSYS Finite Element Analysis tools.

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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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company.

Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit  This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Location:

US, Pennsylvania, Breinigsville