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# Automation Hardware Dev Engineer, OneMHS

- **Company:** Amazon.com, Inc.
- **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $117,300 - $160,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Computer Engineering, SolidWorks (CAD), Decision Support Systems, Software Design Documents, Global Distribution Systems, Hardware Design, Subsystems, ReactJS
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cde5491ff46c786e

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, robotics engineering, or an equivalent engineering science
 * 5+ years of hardware engineering experience designing, building, and testing automation/mechatronics/robotics products
 * Significant experience using SolidWorks
 * Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools
 * Experience in hardware design and validation of components, subsystems and systems
 * Experience managing external vendors, distributors, partners or learning providers
 * Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
 * Experience completing complex tasks quickly with little to no guidance and react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround

Preferred qualifications

 * Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
 * Experience and strong technical background in relevant fields of automated or non-automated material handling equipment
 * Familiarity with robotics, conveyance, or sortation systems
 * Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements, * 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
 * Experience with prototyping and implementation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

 * Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
 * Knowledge of current industry standards

## Description

Amazon's Material Handling Engineering team is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer (HDE) to help define, design, and deliver the next generation of material handling equipment across our global distribution network. You will play a critical role in developing mechanical, electrical, and control solutions-working both independently and in collaboration with third-party OEM partners.

This role requires a balance of deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate business and operational needs into robust, scalable engineering solutions. You will work at the intersection of R&D, product development, and operations, challenging the status quo of traditional conveyance, sortation, and robotics solutions., * Design, develop, and validate hardware solutions for Amazon's next-generation material handling systems.

 * Translate ambiguous business problems into clear technical requirements and engineering solutions.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional partners (operations, procurement, global engineering, and launch teams) to ensure successful product delivery.
 * Lead the design-for-manufacturing, assembly, installation, and maintenance processes to ensure long-term scalability.
 * Evaluate and integrate OEM hardware solutions; identify gaps and lead in-house design where required.
 * Build prototypes, conduct testing, and analyze results to validate performance, safety, and reliability.
 * Author technical specifications, design documents, and test plans.
 * Champion data-driven decision making, ensuring technical trade-offs are well-documented and communicated.
 * Manage risk through proactive identification and mitigation strategies.
 * Stay current with emerging technologies in automation, robotics, and industrial equipment.