Sr Robotics Hardware Engineer, Amazon Robotics - Amazon

Description The Amazon Robotics team is seeking broad, curious engineers to join our robotic manipulation team. We holistically design, build, and deliver end-to-end robotic systems. Our team is also responsible for core infrastructure and tools that serve as the backbone of our robotic applications, enabling roboticists, machine learning scientists, software engineers, and hardware engineers to collaborate and deploy systems in the field. Key job responsibilities As a Sr. Robotics Hardware Engineer, you will lead the design, build, and test of innovative systems and modules such as workcells, conveyance and robotic end of arm tools, for our robotic Fulfillment Center solutions. The ideal candidate has experience designing and analyzing mechanical and mechatronic systems, enjoys analytical problem solving, is an expert at design tools such as SolidWorks, and possesses practical knowledge of fabrication, assembly, and rapid prototyping methods. A Sr. Hardware Engineer will be responsible for: - Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to create, test and deploy new mechatronic designs, and improve and maintain existing product designs. - Working with the Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality organizations, as well as vendors, to ensure a smooth production transition of design changes - Writing requirements and functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures - Exhibiting role model behaviors of thorough engineering analysis and cradle to grave ownership - Mentoring colleagues - Working with external vendors and integrators to deliver automation solutions at scale. A day in the life Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include: 1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options 3. Paid Time Off (PTO) 4. 401(k) Plan If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you're passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply! Basic Qualifications - MS in Mechanical Engineering or similar and 5+ years of experience - BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar and 7+ years experience - Established background in Robotics or Mechatronic Systems - Experience related to systems architecture, design, and system integration of mechatronic devices. - SolidWorks or similar CAD experience with best practices for part design, advanced assemblies, complex configuration management - PDM and PLM experience - Strong hands on experience with the ability to craft simple proof-of-concept models - Thorough understanding and use of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering - Experience with sizing motors, gear trains, mechanism design, kinematics, and structural analysis - Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well with teams of hardware and software engineers - Ability to effectively communicate concepts and proposals Preferred Qualifications - Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production - Experience with the project management of technical projects - Desire and energy to work in a fast-paced agile environment Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. 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. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.