Technical Animator , Industrial Robotics Group

Amazon • North Reading, MA

7h

About The Position

Amazon's Industrial Robotics Group 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 mechanical 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 dexterous
manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction. This role presents an
opportunity to shape the future of robotics through innovative applications of
deep learning and large language models.

We're seeking a Technical Animator to join an innovative team working on
advanced technology. This role combines industrial design expertise with
technical animation capabilities to create and validate next-generation hardware
solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Design/Innovation, research & development, manufacturing, process, industrial engineering, or related experience
• Experience in Design/Innovation, research & development, manufacturing, process, industrial engineering, or related work
• Experience in management of engineering design projects

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Engineering (any domain) or foreign equivalent, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field
• Knowledge of concepts like system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, and decision making
• Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems and high-speed manufacturing
• Experience with design-in-safety
• Experience with process design based on Lean Principles

Responsibilities

• Lead product design efforts from concept to execution, creating both physical and virtual prototypes
• MoCap data cleanup and processing including skeleton retargeting and FBX export pipelines
• VR Performance Optimization and real-time skeleton validation
• Design and animate complex mechanical systems with accurate physics and real-world constraints
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including engineers, researchers, and product managers
• Create interactive simulations to test and validate design concepts before physical production
• Develop and maintain project schedules in a fast-paced environment
• Guide teams through user-centered design processes
• Present technical solutions to stakeholders through visual demonstrations

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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