Hardware Failure Analysis Engineer Amazon Robotics Hardware Test
Hardware Failure Analysis Engineer Amazon Robotics Hardware Test
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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 team of doers that work passionately to apply leading 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 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.
Amazon Robotics is seeking a selfdriven enthusiastic individual to join the Failure Analysis (FA) Team at Amazon Robotics (AR) in Westborough MA. The team is responsible for nondestructive and destructive failure analysis (FA) on AR products and conducting advanced material characterization for guiding design and process changes. The hardware test team is a multidisciplinary environment of mechanical/electrical/software/quality engineers and technicians dedicated to advancing the knowledge of robotics and how millions of customer orders are fulfilled every day.
The test engineer is responsible for the creation of test programs plans and methods for subsystem verification tests and complete system verification and validation tests to support new technology and product development programs.
The hardware test engineer will work with hardware development engineers technical operations (manufacturing engineering) and solutions engineering to define execute and report on verification and validation tests.
Key job responsibilities
* Perform handson root cause analysis (RCA) and indepth failure characterizations using advanced analytical tools. In addition you will be recommending corrective actions and conveying results to the multifunctional team as well as upper management.
* Work with HW Reliability Supplier Quality Manufacturing engineering and Design teams to identify root causes and drive resolution for failures originating in product development production and in the field.
* Maintain RCA repository database write FA reports and deliver presentations for customer or internal use that elucidate the root cause of failure and may suggest possible solutions.
* Demonstrate competence with the operation and application of standard FA tools and lab equipment. Evaluate and introduce new equipment and techniques to the FA flow.
* Collaborate with test engineering and design team for DOE planning and
* Validate and verify supplier and vendor FA
* Develop FA SOPs and troubleshooting procedures/guidelines
* Participate in process improvement initiatives
* Help manage and train FA Engineers and Technicians daily task and projects
* Lab organization and detailed documentation for effective FA reports
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!
About the team
Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
Must have handson experience with materials sample preparation and understanding of a variety of materials characterization techniques (SEM FTIR CT/XRay XRF analyzer profilometers etc.. and fundamental FA methodology.
Handson experience in material characterization of metal polymer composites etc.
Creating comprehensive technical reports with crisp and concise data for presenting to crossfunctional teams
Excellent verbal and written communications. Ability to communicate complex technical information in a simple concise manner
Enjoys working in a fastpaced environment
Be able to work in a lab setting analyzing failures
Masters or PHD in materials science or Metallurgical Engineering
5 years of proven experience in a FA
Prior experience in a FA role using FA laboratory equipment such as: optical digital microscopes probes and Xray systems.
Metallurgy knowledge (i.e. heat treatment grain size micro/macrostructure case depth microhardness Rockwell hardness)
Understanding of the failures in sensors used in robotic automation at the material and system level.
Experience with and knowledge of a broad array of metals (carbon steel alloy steel stainless steel copper alloys aluminum alloys etc. polymers electronic packaging
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.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Amazon Robotics is seeking a selfdriven enthusiastic individual to join the Failure Analysis (FA) Team at Amazon Robotics (AR) in Westborough MA. The team is responsible for nondestructive and destructive failure analysis (FA) on AR products and conducting advanced material characterization for guiding design and process changes. The hardware test team is a multidisciplinary environment of mechanical/electrical/software/quality engineers and technicians dedicated to advancing the knowledge of robotics and how millions of customer orders are fulfilled every day.
The test engineer is responsible for the creation of test programs plans and methods for subsystem verification tests and complete system verification and validation tests to support new technology and product development programs.
The hardware test engineer will work with hardware development engineers technical operations (manufacturing engineering) and solutions engineering to define execute and report on verification and validation tests.
Key job responsibilities
* Perform handson root cause analysis (RCA) and indepth failure characterizations using advanced analytical tools. In addition you will be recommending corrective actions and conveying results to the multifunctional team as well as upper management.
* Work with HW Reliability Supplier Quality Manufacturing engineering and Design teams to identify root causes and drive resolution for failures originating in product development production and in the field.
* Maintain RCA repository database write FA reports and deliver presentations for customer or internal use that elucidate the root cause of failure and may suggest possible solutions.
* Demonstrate competence with the operation and application of standard FA tools and lab equipment. Evaluate and introduce new equipment and techniques to the FA flow.
* Collaborate with test engineering and design team for DOE planning and
* Validate and verify supplier and vendor FA
* Develop FA SOPs and troubleshooting procedures/guidelines
* Participate in process improvement initiatives
* Help manage and train FA Engineers and Technicians daily task and projects
* Lab organization and detailed documentation for effective FA reports
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!
About the team
Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
Must have handson experience with materials sample preparation and understanding of a variety of materials characterization techniques (SEM FTIR CT/XRay XRF analyzer profilometers etc.. and fundamental FA methodology.
Handson experience in material characterization of metal polymer composites etc.
Creating comprehensive technical reports with crisp and concise data for presenting to crossfunctional teams
Excellent verbal and written communications. Ability to communicate complex technical information in a simple concise manner
Enjoys working in a fastpaced environment
Be able to work in a lab setting analyzing failures
Masters or PHD in materials science or Metallurgical Engineering
5 years of proven experience in a FA
Prior experience in a FA role using FA laboratory equipment such as: optical digital microscopes probes and Xray systems.
Metallurgy knowledge (i.e. heat treatment grain size micro/macrostructure case depth microhardness Rockwell hardness)
Understanding of the failures in sensors used in robotic automation at the material and system level.
Experience with and knowledge of a broad array of metals (carbon steel alloy steel stainless steel copper alloys aluminum alloys etc. polymers electronic packaging
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.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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