Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Robotics Technical Operations
Description For Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Robotics Technical Operations
Amazon Robotics, located in the greater Boston area, is at the forefront of robotics innovation. We're seeking a talented Manufacturing Engineer to join our Technical Operations team, reporting to the Manager of Advanced Manufacturing. This role is crucial in transitioning products from design to production, applying design for X principles across various products.
The position involves working with a diverse team of engineers from around the world to design, test, and build dynamic robots and mechatronic systems. Our co-located offices, labs, test floors, and factories enable rapid innovation and immediate implementation of ideas. We're currently advancing in autonomous movement, AI, machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, and predictive analytics.
As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, you'll work cross-functionally with Hardware Engineering, Global Commodity Managers, and Supplier Quality Engineers. You'll be responsible for developing suppliers, managing product lifecycle changes, leading quality improvement projects, and driving technical root cause in supplier quality activities. The role requires someone with strong technical expertise who can make impactful business decisions.
The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Team comprises talented individuals with diverse educational and practical experience backgrounds. The team is dedicated to providing value to stakeholders and evaluating the latest manufacturing technologies for continuous improvement and innovation. Regular travel to manufacturers and prototype evaluation is part of the role.
Benefits include the opportunity to work with cutting-edge robotics technology, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to impact Amazon's global operations. The role offers exposure to various aspects of manufacturing and product development, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers looking to advance their careers in robotics and manufacturing.
Responsibilities For Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Robotics Technical Operations
- Provide design for X guidance/feedback on electromechanical designs
- Guide best practices on manufacturing tolerances using GD&T
- Launch tooling with accelerated schedules and assess project risk
- Review external production processes, identify risk and mitigate
- Qualify production processes based on dimensional data, control plans, PFMEAs
- Drive internal and external FMEA reviews
- Solve technical problems across manufacturing commodities
- Manage supplier quality problems and drive containment activities
- Mentor team members and design engineers
- Propose design changes for product manufacturability and testability
- Evaluate and approve product electrical Engineering Changes Orders (ECOs)
- Evaluate production, supplier and field failures for root cause analysis
Requirements For Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Robotics Technical Operations
- BSME/EE or equivalent required
- 6+ years of relevant work experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated expertise with new product development
- Familiarity with industry standard tools for problem solving and risk management
- Broad manufacturing commodity background (Mechanical and Electrical)
- Deep commodity experience with DC Gearmotors, encoders, plastics, PCB assemblies, sensors, or cameras
- Up to 25% travel required (Domestic and International)
Benefits For Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Robotics Technical Operations
- Comprehensive health benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Travel opportunities
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