Mechanical Engineer - Technical Operations

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Is your passion inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work affects the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you will fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply innovative advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we cannot even image yet. We invent new improvements 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.

The Amazon Robotics (AR) Operations organization oversees the manufacturing of high-quality robotics and gets the right materials to the right place at the right time to enable our automated solutions. It’s a fast-paced operation that works cross-functionally with teams across Amazon globally, and is driven by data and performance indicators.

As a Mechanical Engineer on the Technical Operations team, you will develop automated test and manufacturing solutions for a wide array of robotic systems, ranging from simple tools to highly complex electro-mechanical assemblies. You will work in a fast paced, ambiguous, start-up like environment with a desire to think big and scale designs to meet the growing demand of our manufacturing partners. You will work with a cross-functional team to effectively improve quality, accuracy, and speed of manufacturing processes.

Job Responsibilities:
· Support and foster a culture of inclusion.
· Develop within a cross-functional team to execute prototype and product designs.
· Own requirements definition, design, and development for mechanical components of test equipment which tests: printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), sensing technology, electro-mechanical sub-assemblies, and robotic systems.
· Create design risk assessment documents to ensure designs are safe for operator usage.
· Write functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
· Work with a Program/Project Manager to estimate schedules, and project budgets.
· Partner with 3rd party designers and manufacturers to accomplish project goals.
· Create presentations and whitepapers to communicate ideas, concepts, and designs to senior leaders.
· Document new and updated designs via Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) including a Bill of Materials (BOM).
· Verify and validate prototype designs of large test equipment.
· Gather feedback from technicians and operators to improve designs and processes.
· Up to 10% travel required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant graduate mechanical degree.
· 6+ years of relevant work experience.
· Problem solving skills, including knowledge of 8D, Six Sigma, DOE or similar disciplines.
· Demonstrated mentoring skills working with junior engineers.
· Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5.
· Experience designing large weldment structures.
· Proficiency with SolidWorks Simulation or Ansys Finite Element Analysis tools.
· Knowledge of volume manufacturing.
· Experience designing and troubleshooting complex mechanical, electro-mechanical, or pneumatic systems.
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Desired profile

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant 4-year mechanical degree.
· 3+ years of relevant work experience.
· Experience scoping, designing, and analyzing mechanical systems.
· Practical knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA).
· SolidWorks or similar CAD experience and understanding of best practices for part design, advanced assemblies, and complex configuration management.
· Experience creating proof-of-concept parts and prototypes utilizing machining, sheet metal, and additive manufacturing methods. Hands-on prototyping skills to support rapid development cycles.
· Ability to define, track, and complete ambiguous tasks in a fast paced environment with changing deliverables and milestones.
· Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and engineering change management.
· Ability to write and create clear, concise technical documents and drawings.