Job Description

We are looking for a Mechatronics or Controls Engineer with expertise in actuation systems, motor control, and sensor integration to design and refine high degree-of-freedom systems. This role involves hardware-software integration and collaboration with AI researchers and software engineers to meet performance and safety requirements.

Requirements

Master’s or PhD in Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
Strong background in actuator and control system design, including characterization and integration
Proficiency in embedded firmware development for real-time control
Experience in robotic system calibration and system identification
Strong grasp of control theory, dynamics, and kinematics of robotic systems
Experience with sensor integration (encoders, force–torque sensors, tactile, MUs)
Proven ability to work hands-on in a fast-moving, multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

Own motor & actuator selection, characterization, and integration into electromechanical subsystems to meet system-level performance specifications
Design and tune low-level control systems, including position, velocity, torque, and impedance control loops
Interface control systems with higher-level AI and motion-planning platforms, ensuring reliable, low-latency communication and robust operation
Maintain and update motor control board hardware and firmware, including environments for executing control loops, reading encoders, and managing outputs
Develop and execute SysID routines for electromechanical subsystems; design calibration procedures for sensors, actuators, and kinematic chains to ensure precision and repeatability
Ensure actuator and control systems meet safety, robustness, and maintainability requirements for advanced robotic system operation
Work hands-on with mechanical, electrical, and AI teams to rapidly prototype and iterate on hardware solutions

Benefits

Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.