Sr HDE, Industrial Robotics, Industrial Robotics Group

Amazon Industrial Robotics is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazons scale. Were building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting-edge AI sophisticated control systems and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of whats possible in robotic manipulation locomotion and human-robot interaction.

Amazon is seeking a talented and motivated Principal Engineer to work on system architectures product design and roadmaps. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in system architecture system design complex mechatronics possess good communication skills and lead system and subsystem architecture definition. This candidate must have the ability to work well both independently and in a team setting. This candidate must be able to drive progress from full ambiguity to product design and release to production.

Basic qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Systems Engineering or related fields
6 years of compliance experience fielding industrial robot systems (or equivalent)
Experience supporting engineering change control processes (Agile)
Experience in mechanical design and management
Familiar with industry standard CAD & FEA design tools industry trends and design for manufacturability.
Experience with the project management of technical projects
Excellent written (white papers) and oral communication skills

Preferred qualifications
Mechatronic Systems Experience
Proven track record of developing products for large volume production
Experience managing challenging assignments quickly
Proficiency with Agile Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECOs



A day in the life
Key job responsibilities
Owning the delivery of robotic products on time in budget and at the targeted performance
Scoping managing and delivering multiple technical projects in parallel from concept to production
Work with an interdisciplinary team to improve and maintain existing product designs including specification design prototyping validation and testing
Work with the Operations Manufacturing Supply Chain and Quality organizations as well as vendors to ensure a smooth production transition of design changes
Write requirements and functional specifications design verification plans and functional test procedures
Exhibit role model behaviors of thorough engineering analysis
Mentor colleagues


- Experience in developing functional specifications design verification plans and functional test procedures

- Masters degree in electrical engineering computer engineering or equivalent
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at MA Boston - 137300.00 - 185700.00 USD annually