MechanicalDesignEngineer

Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) is seeking a mechanical design engineer to conceive, develop, prototype and deploy modular data-collection systems at scale. These systems will be installed in a large variety of environments across the Amazon network, but need to be modular and pluggable to support multiple sensors and configurations. Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) powers the physical engine at the heart of Amazon. AFT builds and operates software, hardware, and processes that run the global network of fulfillment centers that move many billions of units of inventory, employ tens of thousands of people, and ensure that customers get what they want when we promised we would get it to them. We do this by building automated solutions to handle things that technology does well, while relying on people to handle things that humans do well. Our team collaborates with machine learning scientists, fulfillment associates, labeling teams, field engineering and maintenance personnel and with a variety of customers across Amazon worldwide. Key job responsibilities The ideal individual will be comfortable with designing mechanical systems for mounting cameras, optics, other sensors, wiring, computer systems and supporting infrastructure. Experience with industrial measurement, controls, and mechanical conveyance and safety systems is a plus. You should be comfortable engaging with all types of customers ranging from executives to developers, and warehouse operations staff. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where delivery time for new products and features is typically measured in months. You are a self-starter with a commitment to team work, who enjoys working with complex hardware and software systems, is customer centric, and thrives on the challenge of helping scientists as well as non-technical customers to achieve their goals. A day in the life Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, includ