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Sr Mechanical Engineer, Last Mile Delivery…
- Amazon (Bellevue, WA)
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Description
Last Mile Delivery & Technology is responsible for envisioning and developing forward-looking initiatives to improve the efficiency, speed, quality, and safety of the delivery experience for customers worldwide. Our team is actively seeking highly-motivated innovators who are eager to transform the future of logistics and delivery solutions.
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the mechanical and thermal design, development, and validation of advanced machine vision and compute devices for automotive and industrial applications. You'll work closely with product and operations teams to understand process and business challenges, architect novel solutions, and drive hardware development from concept to production. The ideal candidate demonstrates a hands-on passion for engineering, communicates concepts clearly both verbally and visually, and thrives in a dynamic, highly ambiguous environment.
Key job responsibilities
• Lead mechanical design projects from concept through production
• Partner across engineering, manufacturing, and business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and prioritize project requirements while balancing diverse objectives
• Design and optimize mechanical components, assemblies, and systems — including design considerations for system integration, material selection, manufacturability, assembly processes, test methods, reliability, and cost
• Develop detailed engineering drawings with proper geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Perform simulations to analyze structural, thermal, and vibration effects under multiple loading scenarios
• Develop mechanical test plans — including qualification plans and acceptance criteria for volume production
• Conduct root cause analyses and implement mitigation strategies throughout the product lifecycle — including design modifications, installation procedures, and maintenance protocols
• Manage relationships with external vendors and manufacturing partners
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and development of consumer, industrial, or automotive electronics
- Experience developing functional specifications, design validation plans, and functional test procedures
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, CREO, or similar)
- Understanding of production manufacturing processes (injection molding, die casting, sheet metal)
- Experience writing technical documents, project plans, and progress reports
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- Experience leading engineering design projects and interacting with cross-functional teams
- Experience with prototyping techniques to enable test platforms and validate design concepts
- Proficiency with FEA simulation tools for thermal and structural analysis
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance and automotive mechanical standards
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, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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