Industrial Design Lead Amazon Robotics

Are you an innovative leader that wants to design the next generation of worldclass fulfillment centers and logistics systems across the globe Do you want a high level of ownership in solving complex problems Does the challenge of designing systems that leverage ground breaking automated material handling equipment packaging technologies and robotics appeal to you If so we have the job for you!

Were looking to add an Industrial Design Lead to our team. In this role you will collaborate with internal and external teams to design high quality cost effective solutions for Amazon Robotics. You will own multiple projects simultaneously from concept realization through design approval. You will be a primary point of contact for your projects and directly interface with our robotics hardware engineering teams.

You will work with a team of highly skilled and highly engaged Industrial and UI Designers Ergonomists Researchers and Human Factors Experts to deliver great wholistic User Experiences across a widevariety of robotics systems.


Key job responsibilities
* Utilize humancentric thinking and impactful aesthetic sensibility to align with customer needs and preferences
* Ability to apply critical thinking to the product development process
* Thrive and be passionate about innovating new to the world products under ambiguity
* Demonstrate great design advocacy communication and collaboration skills with cross functional teams
* Excellent organization skills and ability to define track and guide multiple design programs
* Design for manufacturing considering cost scale brand and usability
* Become a subject matter expert on the intersection of robotics user experience and industrial design
* Work with external vendors and/or manufacturers and ensure quality and design intent are maintained
* Produce concept sketches 3D Renderings and prototypes ranging from quick low fidelity models to high fidelity cosmetic or functional prototypes
* Execute and deliver CAD surfacing/parametric models
* Support the creation of Design Guidelines and other mechanisms for infusing humancentered design at scale
* Research new materials and manufacturing methods applicable to our range of products



A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits for 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!


* Bachelors/masters degree in Industrial Design
* 7 years of professional industrial design experience
* 7 years working with one or more ID surfacing and parametric CAD tools preferably a combination of Rhino SolidWorks Keyshot
* Experience building physical prototypes and conducting user tests/evaluations to inform design requirements
* An exceptional portfolio that demonstrates delivering successful products from concept to production pdf or website with password to be provided alongside resume when applying for the role
* Experience working with mechanical electrical engineers as well as production vendors and manufacturers

* 5 years working in a highly technical hardware domain
* Experience as an inhouse Industrial Designer as well as experience at Design Consultancies
* Relevant experience designing products involving human factors ergonomics or tools for professionals
* Experience designing physically large products systems or environments
* Experience in the in Medical Industrial or Robotics industries
* Experience designing for low medium and high volume manufacturing processes including CNC machining urethane casting sheet metal forming and injection molding
* Experience designing holistic solutions combining physical and digital design

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability 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 $145200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $226000/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.