NPI Sr Product Development Engineer Robotics Delivery Strategy

Are you inspired by invention Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA We apply advances in robotics and software to solve realworld problems that delight our customers experiences in ways we cant even imagine yet.

Amazon Robotics is located in the greater Boston area the epicenter of robotics innovation. Our diverse team of engineers come from all over the world to design test and build our dynamic fleet of robots and mechatronic systems. Having our offices labs test floors and factories all colocated means that we can design the hardware write the code test build and watch it all come to life. This allows us to innovate quickly and on limitless ideas. Current advancements are underway in autonomous movement and mobility artificial intelligence and machine learning manipulation simulation robotic management software predictive analytics and much more.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Product Development Engineer with a proven track record of implementing best in class processes within a complex design and manufacturing environment. This role will report to the Manager of Product Development and is an integral member of the Robotics Delivery Strategy team. You will be responsible for applying design for X (DFx) principles during new product introduction (NPI) of a wide range of products from initial concept to beta. You will work to integrate customer scaling requirements for safety manufacturability deployability and supportability into new product designs. Additionally you will work crossfunctionally to develop best in class DFx feedback and services; guide product lifecycle changes lead bill of material (BOM) strategy lead technology feasibility and improvement projects and drive to technical root cause utilizing advanced problem solving. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in both design and manufacturing combined with capability of making wideranging business decisions on behalf of the organization.

Key job responsibilities
Actively support and foster a culture of inclusion.
Provide design for X guidance/feedback on electromechanical designs.
Guide best practices on manufacturing tolerances using GD&T.
Launch prototype tooling with accelerated schedules and assess project risk.
Leverage knowledge of multiple production processes to identify risk to programs and provide mitigation strategies.
Analyze new products dimensional data.
Drive internal and external DFMEA reviews.
Solve technical problems across a broad set of design and manufacturing commodities.
Mentor team members and design engineers.
Propose design changes that will enhance product manufacturability and testability.
Evaluate and approve Design Engineering Changes Orders (DECOs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
Implement best practices for engineering standards (ex. IPC620 WHMA Class II)
Analyze NPI failures to identify root cause and drive improvements through future DFx cycles.
Effectively write White Papers (WP) and Manufacturing Concept Papers (MCP) to inform and influence teams and stakeholders
Take ownership to identify issues/problems and drives them to completion with little oversight
High level of attention to detail but flexibility to enable to business to move at a high velocity.
Navigate projects consisting of a high level of ambiguity and provide guidance to multiple partners.
Up to 30 travel required (domestic and international).

A day in the life
Product Development Engineers work with many different internal and external organizations. We communicate frequently on technical topics with our design partners and NPI suppliers during the NPI process. We see ahead of curves and turns in the programs and prevent problems or risks from impacting our performance targets and goals.

About the team
The Robotics Delivery Strategy team is made up of multiple talented individuals with various educational and practical experience backgrounds. This team has a strong desire to provide value to our stakeholders and evaluate the latest NPI techniques and manufacturing technologies to constantly improve and innovate. We do travel to manufacturers and evaluating prototypes as they are being made during NPI phases.

Team members are encouraged to be highly independent; however a strong support system is available to help any team members through problem solving phases.

Experience in developing functional specifications design verification plans and functional test procedures
5 years of relevant industry experience in NPI with strong knowledge of manufacturing.
Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline Mechanical Systems Robotics Electrical Manufacturing or suitable experience.
Proficient in 3D modeling software (ex: Solidworks)

Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
Experience with the project management of technical projects
Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or other relevant technical discipline.
Proficient in GD&T
7 years of product design and development experience

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.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.