Sr. Electrical Engineer, Mechatronics - Bellevue, United States - Amazon
Description
Looking for a new opportunity? Join us in Fulfillment Technology & Robotics to conceive, design and develop innovative products for e-commerce operations that may include robotics, mechatronic sortation solutions, packaging automation, AGVs, storage or other hardware solutions.
Key job responsibilities
This role is with Amazon Mechatronics and Sustainable Packaging which designs custom packaging automation, conveyance and sortation solutions for large-scale deployment in Amazons fulfillment network. We build the Robotics solutions that enable the efficiencies that customers have come to expect from Amazon's retail business. We focus on safety, speed of delivery, optimization and value. We tackle big goals and work hard to make automation history through invention, problem-solving, and highly-engaged teams. We are a global organization with research and development in North America and Europe.
Amazon is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Electrical Engineer to design and implement electrical systems for power and signal distribution. You will work closely with hardware and controls engineers to create and document industrial electrical architectures for our custom automation systems. You are familiar with safety and compliance standards for electrical systems that used in industrial buildings, such electrical panel cabinets and NEC electrical code. This candidate must have the ability to work well both independently and in team settings, have a high standard for execution, and desire to mentor junior Electrical Engineers.
A day in the life
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will:
Work with interdisciplinary teams to architect and execute electrical designs from concept to production, including prototyping, validation, testing, and certification.
Architecture and design of industrial electrical systems and work closely with the Controls team.
Write and develop functional specifications, design verification plans and test procedures.
Manage multiple projects in parallel .
Support product release to manufacturing and customer deployments.
Establish development processes to meet industry standards for functionally safe control systems (IEC
Travel to development sites to troubleshoot issues.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Bellevue, WA, USA
Basic Qualifications
BS / MS Electrical Engineering (or similar field)
10 + years of experience in industrial or commercial electrical design, including power distribution
Practical knowledge and understanding of the NEC electrical code
Ability to lead a technical team
Experience designing complex schematics for industrial application
Experience in Controls System
Experience with serial communication interfaces (CAN, SPI, Ethernet, etc)
Experience executing design reviews in front of interdisciplinary teams
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written (white papers) and oral communication skills
Ability to support domestic and international travel as required by the program
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
Experience with the project management of technical projects
Experience with motor control theory and power electronics design, including DC brushless motor amplifier design
Experience in electromagnet design, control and implementation
Experience applying IEC 60204 and/or IEC 61508 machinery safety standards preferred
Experience designing, developing and certifying safety rated hardware systems is desirable
Experience troubleshooting and resolving EMI/EMC issues
Proficient with Matlab and PSPICE for analog circuit simulation
Demonstrated ability to develop deep understanding of the business and end-user needs quickly, and can proficiently translate those needs into the right technology solution
Ability to resolve complex issues in creative, efficient, and effective ways
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $114,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.