Job description
The Machine Shop Engineer will lead the rapid prototyping shop at the Boston Development Center, focusing on precision fabrication and additive manufacturing. This role involves managing the operations of CNC machining and 3D printing while ensuring high-quality outputs that meet engineering demands. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on background in machining and programming, along with leadership experience in a high-mix, short-run environment. The position requires collaboration with design and manufacturing engineers to optimize processes and maintain quality standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience with Journeyman Machinist certification.
- 7+ years of CNC machining experience, with at least 3 years leading or managing a machine shop team.
- Proficiency with CAM software such as Mastercam, Fusion 360, NX CAM, or equivalent.
- Direct experience with 5-axis machining strategy and complex setup troubleshooting.
- Experience in prototype, high-mix, or short-run machining environments.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and precision measuring tools.
- Experience with additive manufacturing and 3D printing operations.
Responsibilities
- Own day-to-day machine shop operations including job scheduling and resource allocation.
- Hire, develop, and manage a team of CNC machinists, programmers, and additive manufacturing technicians.
- Manage job queues across multiple engineering programs to maximize throughput and minimize lead time.
- Work with product design and manufacturing engineers to review part designs and ensure manufacturability.
- Oversee CNC programming, setup verification, and first-piece inspection.
- Manage 3D printing operations, including job scheduling and material management.
- Drive performance metrics and report shop performance to leadership.
- Ensure safety and housekeeping standards are maintained in the shop.
- Own equipment maintenance, calibration, and uptime.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Amazon Com Services Llc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
3,290
FY2026
Approval rate
99.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
32,937
FY2026
Entry-level share
10.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+9%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-44%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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