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Description

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 collaborative doers that work passionately to apply innovative advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges 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.

Job Overview – As a an Amazon Robotics Mechanical Engineer II 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 is has experience designing and analyzing robotic systems, enjoys analytical problem solving and possesses practical knowledge of robotic design, fabrication, assembly and rapid prototyping.

Key job responsibilities

- 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 requirements, 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.

- Partner with cross-functional teams, vendors and integrators to deliver an automation solution

- Creating design of experiments and leading cross-functional automation of experiments

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. 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

- BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

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

- Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar CAD experience and understanding of best practices for part design, and advanced assemblies

- Experience building prototypes to advance design thinking and the final product experience

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

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

- Thorough understanding and use of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering

Preferred Qualifications

- Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

- Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools

- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment through the full product development cycle from inception through maturity including creating associated documentation (specs, test plans, drawings, etc.)

- Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5

- Experience designing and debugging tooled (cast, injection mold, forge, stamp, etc) components

- Proven experience in root cause analysis

- Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and processing engineering change orders (ECOs)

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 $105,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/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.