The Hardware Development Engineer II role on the Amazon Robotics team focuses on designing, developing, validating, and sustaining electromechanical hardware for robotic systems in fulfillment centers. The engineer will collaborate with a diverse team of specialists to ensure robust and cost-effective hardware solutions. This position requires hands-on engineering skills and a commitment to cradle-to-grave ownership of designs. The role also involves balancing new product introduction with sustaining engineering responsibilities.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with prototyping and implementation.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools.
• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume.

• Design and develop electromechanical hardware for robotic systems.
• Work with an interdisciplinary team to improve existing product designs.
• Design parts for volume manufacturing methods while understanding trade-offs.
• Apply Design for Excellence principles throughout the design process.
• Write requirements and functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings per GD&T standards.
• Develop high-quality design artifacts including CAD models and test plans.
• Collaborate with Operations and Manufacturing to ensure smooth production transitions.
• Own lifecycle support for fielded hardware, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Investigate field failures and implement design improvements.
• Design hardware in compliance with applicable machine safety standards.
• Operate within an Agile Product Lifecycle framework and participate in design reviews.

• 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.