Description

　　Looking for a new opportunity? Join us in Fulfillment Technology & Robotics to conceive, design and develop innovative products for e-commerce operations that may include robotics, mechatronic sortation solutions, packaging automation, AGVs, storage or other hardware solutions.

　　Key job responsibilities

　　This role is with Amazon Mechatronics and Sustainable Packaging. We design custom packaging automation, conveyance and sortation solutions for large-scale deployment in Amazon’s fulfillment network. We build the Mechatronics and Robotics solutions that enable the efficiencies that customers have come to expect from Amazon's retail business. We focus on safety, speed of delivery, optimization and value. We tackle big goals and work hard to make automation history through invention, problem-solving, and highly-engaged teams. We are a global organization with research and development in North America and Europe.

　　As a Mechanical Engineer for Amazon Mechatronics and Sustainable Packaging team, you will work in an interdisciplinary team to develop, design, prototype, and test innovative automation solutions for Amazon’s fulfillment network. You will own key aspects of the architecture of complex and integrated electro-mechanical systems from concept to production and deployment. You will drive the technical details and pragmatic feasibility of mechatronic systems that integrate mechanical, electrical, and software components. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, both internal and external, to deliver reliable and scalable systems.

　　A day in the life

　　As a Mechanical Engineer, you will:

　　• Lead the design and integration of mechatronics systems, considering mechanical, electrical, and software components.

　　• Build, test and validate prototypes to prove path to viable, manufacturable and scalable solutions.

　　• Design electro-mechanical components, create detailed designs in CAD, generate drawings and release documentation for manufacturing through a PLM software

　　• Collaborate with program and engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration with existing systems.

　　• Use your experience in mechatronics or robotics to improve the overall system efficiencies and performance

　　• Your design and implementation decisions demonstrate mechanical engineering best practices

　　• Independently create proof-of-concepts that include mechanical, electrical and software components

　　• Work with the Safety, Regulatory, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality teams as well as outside partners to ensure smooth product launches

　　• Travel domestically and internationally to troubleshoot your designs in early field applications.

　　We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

　　Bellevue, WA, USA

　　Basic Qualifications

　　BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics (or similar field)

　　5+ years of experience in the design of complex mechatronics or robotics systems

　　Strong hands-on experience with the ability to craft proof-of-concept prototypes

　　Experience in Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly, Tolerancing and GD&T

　　4+ years of Solidworks, or similar CAD software, experience with knowledge of best practices for part design, large assemblies, drawings and configuration management

　　Strong organizational skills and ability to collaborate with other teams in a fast-paced environment

　　Ability to effectively communicate concepts and proposals through design reviews and presentations to management

　　Customer-focused and able to prioritize work demands in a dynamic work environment with multiple projects, project owners and dedication to meeting deadlines

　　Self-motivated and perpetually curious. Able to anticipate team needs, acquire new skills, improve processes, and mentor junior engineers

　　Comfortable in midst of ambiguity.

　　Able to work in a diverse team

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics (or similar field)

　　Experience designing mechatronics solutions for production or fulfillment automation

　　Good understanding of system engineering and requirements gathering

　　Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams and partnering closely with electrical and software/controls engineers to deliver fully integrated real-world solutions

　　Experience documenting designs in accordance with ASME Y14.5

　　Good understanding of the various stages of the Product Development Process

　　Experience designing systems that meet stringent compliance and regulatory standards

　　Experience working with overseas vendors to manage assembly build and quality

　　Proficiency with Solidworks and advanced top-down design modeling methods

　　Proficiency with Simulation and Finite Element Analysis tools (ANSYS, ABAQUS, etc.)

　　Proficiency with PDM and PLM experience (Team Center), including change control process

　　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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

　　Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $93,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on 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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.