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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Robotics, Amazon Industrial Robotics

Amazon

Location

North Reading, MA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/8/2026

Compensation

$137,300 - $185,700 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
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Job description

Amazon Industrial Robotics is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to develop innovative hardware systems for advanced robotics solutions. The role involves working with interdisciplinary teams to create adaptable automation solutions that can operate alongside humans. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing and troubleshooting custom robotics systems and will thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at Amazon's scale.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar CAD experience
  • Experience leading the mechanical detailed design of electro-mechanical systems
  • Hands-on experience crafting proof-of-concept models and prototypes
  • Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
  • Experience launching a product at scale
  • Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y-14.5
  • Experience designing and debugging tooled components

Responsibilities

  • Work with an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production.
  • Own the detailed design and performance of a robotics design.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality organizations to ensure smooth product launches.
  • Write functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
  • Exhibit role model behaviors of mechanical engineering best practices and thorough engineering analysis.
  • Design holistic hardware solutions for ambiguous problems with fluid requirements.
  • Evaluate design, performance, and logistical tradeoffs for hardware systems.
  • Manage technical projects and communicate concepts to leadership.

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.

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