As a Mechatronics Engineer at Amazon Robotics, you will be part of a dynamic team focused on developing innovative hardware designs for robotic systems. The role emphasizes collaboration and problem-solving to enhance customer experiences through advanced robotics technology. You will work on both new designs and improvements to existing hardware, ensuring optimal performance. This position requires a blend of technical expertise and creativity to tackle complex engineering challenges.

• 5+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
• 5+ years of experience designing, building, or analyzing robotic systems
• Strong understanding of robot dynamics and kinematics principles
• Proficiency with CAD software, particularly SolidWorks, for mechanical design analysis
• Deep knowledge of actuator hardware including motors, gearboxes, and electrical components
• Strong MATLAB coding skills for analysis and simulation
• Experience working with and adapting existing codebases to solve new problems
• Excellent ability to handle ambiguity, prioritize work, and determine critical analysis needs
• Strong technical documentation and verbal communication skills
• Passion for developing robotic hardware technology and bringing systems to production scale
• Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools
• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
• Experience with AI-assisted coding tools and modern development workflows
• Familiarity with robot performance characterization and testing methodologies
• Background in production robotics or warehouse automation
• System-level understanding of robotic systems including controls and motion planning
• Track record of translating analysis results into practical engineering decisions and process improvements

• Work with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production including specification, design, prototyping, validation and testing.
• Intake robotic concepts and high level requirements and create kinematic concepts based on a family of components.
• Conduct basic first-precepts examination of loads and feasibility checks.
• Generate URDF files.
• Drive dynamics evaluation using MATLAB dynamics examination tools.
• Interpret outputs of the assessment and provide feedback for further iteration on robot concepts.
• Collaborate directly with customers to align on requirements and discuss tradeoffs.
• Exhibit thorough engineering assessments and cradle to grave ownership.
• Design and adapt holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements.
• Work with cross-functional teams, vendors, and integrators to deliver automation solutions.

• 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.