Robotics System Engineer Intern- Summer 2024

Amazon Robotics is a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers' experiences.
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Description For Robotics System Engineer Intern- Summer 2024

Working at Amazon Robotics

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 team of 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. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

The Robotics Systems Engineer is a key member of the Amazon Robotics deployment team overseeing the installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of Amazon Robotics equipment within new and existing fulfillment centers. This field engineering-based role requires proven technical skills related to the deployment of robotic equipment including work with mechanical, electrical, networking, and software systems during a deployment.

This role is a 12 week internship to join AR full time (40 hours/week) from May to August 2024. Amazon Robotics co-op opportunities will be based in the Greater Boston Area, in our two state-of-the-art facilities in Westborough and North Reading, MA. Both campuses provide a unique opportunity for interns to have direct access to robotics testing labs and manufacturing facilities.

This position requires 75% travel. Valid US drivers license required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of Amazon Robotics equipment
  • Work with mechanical, electrical, networking, and software systems during deployment
  • Collaborate with third party installers, contracted engineers, construction, hardware, software, IT, and other partner teams
  • Identify and solve problems in real time during projects
  • Drive continuous improvement projects
  • Develop process documentation and modify existing processes for new products

Basic Qualifications:

  • Currently completing a degree in Engineering or closely related STEM field
  • Experience working on mechanical, electrical, IT networked, or software systems
  • Understanding of data collection, reporting processes, and ability to make data-driven decisions
  • Ability to read technical drawings and/or CAD models
  • Ability to troubleshoot robotics systems
  • Ability to read and develop technical documentation and process instructions
  • Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to work primarily in a construction or warehouse environment and travel extensively
  • Proficiency in standard office software tools and processes

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Practical understanding of network fundamentals
  • Ability to take independent initiative
  • Knowledge of robot specific experience (Fanuc, ABB), Allen Bradley PLC experience
  • Programming skills in C++, Python, Java, etc.

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

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Responsibilities For Robotics System Engineer Intern- Summer 2024

  • Oversee installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of Amazon Robotics equipment
  • Work with mechanical, electrical, networking, and software systems during deployment
  • Collaborate with third party installers, contracted engineers, construction, hardware, software, IT, and other partner teams
  • Identify and solve problems in real time during projects
  • Drive continuous improvement projects
  • Develop process documentation and modify existing processes for new products

Requirements For Robotics System Engineer Intern- Summer 2024

Java
Python
  • Currently completing a degree in Engineering or closely related STEM field
  • Experience working on mechanical, electrical, IT networked, or software systems
  • Understanding of data collection, reporting processes, and ability to make data-driven decisions
  • Ability to read technical drawings and/or CAD models
  • Ability to troubleshoot robotics systems
  • Ability to read and develop technical documentation and process instructions
  • Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to work primarily in a construction or warehouse environment and travel extensively
  • Proficiency in standard office software tools and processes
  • Valid US drivers license

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