Mechanical Engineer, Mobile Robotics

Amazon • North Reading, MA

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About The Position

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

Requirements

• BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
• SolidWorks or similar CAD experience, understanding of best practices for part design, advanced assemblies and complex configuration management
• Hands on experience crafting proof-of-concept models and prototypes
• Thorough understanding of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering and ability to apply them to product design
• Ability to effectively communicate concepts and write technical documents
• Experience with full lifecycle and proficiency at completing tasks to meet milestones
• Experience evaluating design, performance and logistical tradeoffs for hardware systems

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Proficiency with SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS Finite Element Analysis tools
• Experience in the design and sustaining of complex mechanical products and equipment
• Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5
• Experience designing and debugging tooled (cast, injection mold, forge, stamp, etc) components
• Experience in electronics packaging including PCBA mechanical design, incorporation of sensors and plastic PCBA enclosures that comply with IEC IP54
• Experience leading product enhancements that improve performance of existing products
• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO’s
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to collaborate well with teams
• Desire and enthusiasm to work in a fast-paced agile environment

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.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendors and integrators to deliver an automation solution
• Creating design of experiments and leading cross-functional automation of experiments

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level