Hardware Design Engineer II, Vulcan Stow

Amazon•Seattle, WA

1d•$117,300 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Hardware Development Engineer II on the Amazon Robotics team, you will design, develop, validate, and sustain electromechanical hardware for robotic systems deployed at scale in fulfillment centers. You will own component-level design through full product lifecycle — from concept and prototyping through volume production and field support. You will work with an interdisciplinary team of mechanical, electrical, controls, software, perception and manufacturing engineers to deliver robust, cost-effective hardware that meets the demands of 24/7 fulfillment operations. This role requires a hands-on engineer who exhibits thorough engineering analysis and cradle-to-grave ownership of their designs. You will balance new product introduction (NPI) development work with keep-the-lights-on (KTLO) sustaining engineering responsibilities for fielded systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
2+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
Experience with prototyping and implementation

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools
Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
5+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Work with an interdisciplinary team to improve and maintain existing product designs including specification, design, prototyping, validation, and testing of electromechanical robotic components and assemblies
Design parts for volume manufacturing methods including sheet metal fabrication, injection molded plastics, high-pressure die casting, stamping, extrusion, and machining — understanding the trade-offs between each method
Apply Design for Excellence (DfX) principles throughout the design process: design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), design for maintenance, design for reliability, and design for installation
Write requirements and functional specifications, design verification plans (DVPs), and functional test procedures
Create and maintain engineering drawings per GD&T (ASME Y14.5) standards
Develop and deliver high-quality design artifacts: CAD models, detailed drawings with specifications, bills of materials, trade studies, test plans, and engineering analyses
Use statistical analysis methods for design of experiments (DOE) and data processing to validate design performance and drive data-informed decisions
Work with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality organizations as well as external vendors to ensure smooth production transition of design changes
Support make-vs-buy trade-off decisions and partner with suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and lead time for components produced at scale
Drive cost reduction initiatives through material optimization, design simplification, and manufacturing process improvements
Provide design for manufacturability feedback during design reviews and collaborate with Process Engineering on assembly sequences, work instructions, and tooling requirements
Own cradle-to-grave lifecycle support for fielded hardware, including root cause analysis, corrective actions, and engineering change orders (ECOs)
Investigate field failures, conduct failure analysis, and implement design improvements that reduce downtime and improve system reliability
Support fulfillment center operations teams with technical guidance on hardware installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Monitor field performance data and quality metrics to proactively identify and address emerging issues before they impact operations at scale
Design hardware in compliance with applicable machine safety standards (e.g., ANSI/RIA 15.06, ISO 13849, IEC 62061) and functional safety requirements
Participate in risk assessments and contribute to safety validation activities for robotic workcell systems
Ensure designs meet relevant industry, regulatory, and Amazon internal safety and quality standards
Operate within an Agile Product Lifecycle framework, delivering iterative design improvements aligned with sprint and release cadences
Participate in design reviews, retrospectives, and cross-functional planning discussions
Develop software, or scripts as needed to aid hardware development, testing, or validation
Begin mentoring peers and contribute to the hiring and interview process for the team

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Maternity and Parental Leave Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Plan
sign-on payments
restricted stock units (RSUs)
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
parental leave