Amazon's Material Handling Engineering team is looking for a Hardware Development Engineer to innovate and deliver advanced material handling equipment for its global distribution network. The role involves developing mechanical, electrical, and control solutions while collaborating with third-party OEM partners. The engineer will work at the intersection of research and development, product development, and operations, aiming to enhance traditional conveyance, sortation, and robotics solutions. This position requires a blend of technical expertise and problem-solving skills to create scalable engineering solutions.

• 6+ 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
• Experience working with electrical and mechanical conveyance systems, or experience with electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment
• Knowledge of current industry standards

• 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 to ensure long-term scalability.
• Evaluate and integrate OEM hardware solutions and identify gaps for in-house design.
• 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.