Sr HW Test Engineer, Amazon Robotics Hardware Test

Amazon - North Reading, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

North Reading, MA

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About the position

The Sr HW Test Engineer at Amazon Robotics is a hands-on role focused on advancing robotics technology through rigorous testing and development. This position requires a mechanical engineering foundation and involves collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to create test strategies, verify product requirements, and ensure the delivery of safe and high-quality solutions that enhance the Amazon fulfillment network.

Responsibilities

• Work with program teams and development engineering to create test strategies that inform development and verify requirements.
• Improve existing test methodologies and create new techniques for testing.
• Develop new fixtures and equipment for testing purposes.
• Provide data to inform design decisions throughout the development cycle.
• Gather data in labs, design and build new fixtures, and help debug early prototypes.
• Develop new methodologies and prepare for future challenges in robotics testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
• Experience working in new technology or product development.
• Experience in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred).
• Design experience of simple parts, assemblies, and fixtures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Electro-Mechanical systems.
• Ability and desire to work hands-on in lab environments.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with project management of technical projects.
• Experience designing and planning test conditions, test scripts, and test data sets.
• Deep hands-on technical expertise in testing of electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience writing test reports analyzing data.
• Experience in automation or robotic systems.
• Experience with FEA (Ansys and/or SW Simulation).
• Understanding of safety systems.
• Basic coding/scripting capabilities.
• Experience creating test plans derived from functional design requirements.

Benefits

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