Hardware Development Engineer, Hardware Development

Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you'll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart, collaborative team of enthusiastic doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers' experiences in ways we can't even imagine yet. We invent new improvements every day.

As a Hardware Development Engineer at Amazon Robotics, you will develop innovative hardware designs for emerging robotic systems and improve existing hardware to optimize performance and enhance customer experience. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production, including specification, design, prototyping, validation, and testing. You'll collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality organizations, as well as vendors, to ensure smooth product launches and sustaining.

Key responsibilities include: • Writing requirements, functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures • Exhibiting role model behaviors of thorough engineering analysis and cradle-to-grave ownership • Designing and adapting holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, vendors, and integrators to deliver automation solutions • Creating design experiments and leading cross-functional automation of experiments

Amazon offers a full range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, maternity and parental leave options, paid time off (PTO), and a 401(k) plan.

Required Qualifications: • 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience • BS in Mechanical Engineering • Experience with prototyping and implementation • SolidWorks or similar CAD experience • Hands-on experience crafting proof-of-concept models and prototypes • Thorough understanding of principles, theories, and concepts in mechanical engineering • 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

Preferred Qualifications: • Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools • Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume • Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5 • Experience designing and debugging tooled components • Experience in electronics packaging • Experience leading product enhancements that improve performance of existing products • Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and ECOs • Strong organizational skills and ability to collaborate well with teams • Desire and enthusiasm to work in a fast-paced agile environment

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.