Mechanical Engineer, Robotics Hardware

About the role

RIVR, an Amazon company, builds physical AI by deploying autonomous robots for doorstep delivery. It owns the full stack from software to hardware and is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design and build robot hardware, lead a team of hardware engineers and guide product managers and executives.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop electro-mechanical assemblies for the robots.
• Build and test prototypes to evaluate functionality and performance.
• Work with electronics engineers to integrate PCBAs into mechanical structures.
• Test and evaluate hardware to verify reliability, durability and safety.
• Create hardware documentation, including specifications, assembly instructions and testing protocols.
• Build, lead and mentor a team of hardware engineers.
• Advise product managers and executives on strategic decisions.
• Maintain documentation, guidelines and best practices, and improve design standards through design reviews.

Required profile

• Master's degree or higher in Engineering, Robotics, Automotive or Aerospace; PhD experience applicable.
• At least five years of industry or research experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing teams, contractors and relationships with OEMs/ODMs.
• Preferred: PhD or equivalent research experience, familiarity with design for mass production, and experience in robotics, automotive, aerospace, medical or consumer electronics sectors.

Required skills

• Proficiency in CAD software for mechanical design.
• Deep understanding of actuators, motors, materials, design for manufacturing, power transmission, mechanisms and manufacturing technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills, debugging and optimizing hardware components.
• Preferred: experience interfacing with control systems and integrating electronics.