Senior Mechanical Engineer, Amazon Industrial Robotics

Amazon • North Reading, MA

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About The Position

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 electromechanical
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.

Amazon is seeking a talented and motivated Electromechanical Engineer to design,
integrate and launch robotic End Effectors. The ideal candidate will have
extensive experience in mechanism design and integration. This candidate must
have the ability to work well both independently and in a multidisciplinary team
setting.

Requirements

• BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar CAD experience and understanding of best practices for part design, and advanced assemblies
• Experience with DFx (Design for cost, test, manufacturing)
• Experience in verbal and written communication for executive level leaders
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• 10+ years of experience designing and integrating mechanisms into robotics systems
• Expert in wire rope, dyneema, 4-bar linkage, and hydrostatic transmissions
• Deep understanding of mechanical efficiency, inertia, compliance, etc
• Deep understanding of component capacities and life estimation given highly variable operating trajectories
• Hands on experience building prototypes and debugging subsystems

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
• Experience with the project management of technical projects
• Experience in launching new products
• Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools
• Experience with transmission design for robot hands/grippers
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with Electrical and Controls engineers
• Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5
• Experience designing and debugging tooled (sheetmetal, cast, injection molded, etc) components
• Ability to support domestic and international travel as required by the program
• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO’s

Responsibilities

• Author functional requirements, design verification plans and test procedures
• Execute product designs which meet the requirements
• Build and test mechanical subsystem prototypes and integrated systems
• Support product releases to manufacturing and customer deployments
• Work efficiently to support rapid schedules

Benefits

• 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.
• medical
• financial

What This Job Offers

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