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Sr. Robotics Mech Engineer, Velocity

Posted Aug 4, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$137.3K – $185.7K/yr
Location
Westborough, Massachusetts, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Contract
Experience
8+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
Education
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent

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Role Summary

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The Hardware Development Engineer on the Velocity team designs, develops, and delivers mechanical components and systems for Amazon's next generation of products. The role works with cross-functional teams to transform concepts into manufacturable designs that meet customer needs and business requirements.

What You'll Do

  • Deliver mechanical design projects from concept through production while meeting functional requirements, cost targets, and...
  • Create 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and specifications for mechanical components and assemblies
  • Conduct tolerance stack-ups, GD&T, and FEA engineering analyses
  • Develop and execute test plans to validate mechanical designs against product requirements
  • Collaborate with industrial designers, electrical engineers, and manufacturing partners to integrate mechanical designs with other...
  • Identify and resolve technical issues during development and production phases

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Qualifications

Required

  • Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
  • 8+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
  • Experience with prototyping, implementation and scaling

Preferred

  • Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
  • Experience with the project management of technical projects
  • Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
  • Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools

Original job description

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As a Hardware Development Engineer within the Velocity team, you will design, develop, and deliver mechanical components and systems for Amazon's next generation of products. You will work with cross-functional teams to transform concepts into manufacturable designs that meet customer needs and business requirements.

Key job responsibilities
- Deliver mechanical design projects from concept through production, ensuring designs meet functional requirements, cost targets, and manufacturing constraints
- Create 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and specifications for mechanical components and assemblies
- Conduct engineering analyses including tolerance stack-ups, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Develop and execute test plans to validate mechanical designs against product requirements
- Collaborate with industrial designers, electrical engineers, and manufacturing partners to integrate mechanical designs with other subsystems.
- Identify and resolve technical issues during development and production phases
- Document design decisions, test results, and engineering changes
- Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) activities
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of design processes

A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Basic Qualifications

- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- 8+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
- Experience with prototyping, implementation and scaling

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.



USA, MA, Westborough - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
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Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce and cloud computing, founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos. Initially starting as an online bookstore, it has since expanded its offerings to include a vast range of products and services, including electronics, fashion, and digital content. With Amazon Web Services (AWS), the company also provides powerful cloud solutions to businesses around the world. Known for its innovation, customer-centric approach, and commitment to operational efficiency, Amazon continues to shape the future of retail and technology, consistently seeking new ways to enhance customer experiences.