Amazon's Material Handling Engineering team is looking for a Hardware Development Engineer to design and deliver advanced material handling equipment for their global distribution network. This role involves developing mechanical, electrical, and control solutions while collaborating with third-party OEM partners. The engineer will need to balance technical expertise with problem-solving skills to create scalable engineering solutions. The team focuses on consistency and scalability across Amazon's network, aiming to refine designs and drive innovation.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or an equivalent engineering science.
• 5+ years of hardware engineering experience.
• Experience in hardware design and validation of components, subsystems, and systems.
• Experience managing external vendors, distributors, partners, or learning providers.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities.
• Experience completing complex tasks quickly with little to no guidance.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools.
• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume.
• Strong technical background in automated or non-automated material handling equipment.
• Familiarity with robotics, conveyance, or sortation systems.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Design, develop, and validate hardware solutions for Amazon's next-generation material handling systems.
• Translate ambiguous business problems into clear technical requirements and engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure successful product delivery.
• Lead the design-for-manufacturing, assembly, installation, and maintenance processes.
• Evaluate and integrate OEM hardware solutions and lead in-house design where required.
• Build prototypes, conduct testing, and analyze results to validate performance, safety, and reliability.
• Author technical specifications, design documents, and test plans.
• Champion data-driven decision making and document technical trade-offs.
• Manage risk through proactive identification and mitigation strategies.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in automation, robotics, and industrial equipment.

• 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.