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 youll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart collaborative team of doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve realworld challenges that will transform our customers experiences in ways we cant even image 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.
Job Overview As an Amazon Robotics mechanical engineer you will develop innovative system architectures and hardware designs for our robotic systems. The ideal candidate has experience
Designing and analyzing mechanical systems
Enthusiastically enjoys analytical problem solving and possesses practical knowledge of high volume manufacturing methods; such as stamping extrusion casting and injection molding.
This position reports directly to the Mechanical Engineering Manager.
Key job responsibilities
The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for:
Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production including specification design prototyping validation and testing
Working with the Operations Manufacturing Supply Chain and Quality organizations as well as vendors to ensure a smooth product launch
Writing functional specifications design verification plans and functional test procedures
Exhibiting role model behaviors of thorough engineering analysis and cradle to grave ownership
Design and adaptation of holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements.
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 fulltime 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 wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!
2 years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
SolidWorks or similar CAD experience with best practices for part design advanced assemblies complex configuration management
Hands on experience crafting simple proofofconcept models
Thorough understanding and use of principals theories and concepts in mechanical engineering
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well with crossfunctional teams
Ability to effectively communicate concepts and write technical documents
Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing certification and livesite operations
Experience with hardware/software integration and realtime systems
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