Sensor Electrical Engineer, Amazon Robotics

Amazon - Reading, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Reading, MA

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About the position

The Sensor Electrical Engineer at Amazon Robotics is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and release of sensor systems to manufacturing. This role requires a blend of technical expertise in system design, analog and digital circuit design, and strong leadership skills to manage interdisciplinary teams and collaborate with internal and external partners. The engineer will take complete ownership of the development and productization of sensor systems, ensuring that program goals are met and advocating for new technologies to enhance business operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee an interdisciplinary team to execute product designs from concept to production including design, prototyping, validation, testing and certification.
• Develop requirements, functional specifications, DVT plans and test procedures.
• Build and support concept prototype systems consisting of a mix of in house and OTS components.
• Design, implement and debug embedded systems, analog, and digital circuits.
• Support product releases to manufacturing and customer deployments.
• Research and advocate for new technologies and projects to help the business.
• Oversee characterization of new internally developed or OTS sensors.
• Write papers to drive strategic initiatives for Amazon Robotics.
• Mentor junior engineers, provide advice and direction to outside projects/other groups.
• Participate in program and design reviews.
• Ensure program goals are met, working outside of your comfort zone.
• Provide structure where there is ambiguity.
• Present work through papers and presentations at internal conferences.
• Oversee development contracts with outside vendors.
• Be comfortable communicating clearly and succinctly in writing and verbally with leadership.

Requirements

• Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
• Experience with the project management of technical projects.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan