Six Figure Work

Senior Electrical Engineer

Amazon

Company websiteamazon.com (Amazon, opens in new tab)

Base salary $137,300  to $185,700

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in N.reading, MA

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  • LocationN.reading, MA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job

Amazon is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We're building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting-edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at unprecedented scale, working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction.

Key job responsibilities

  • Work with an interdisciplinary team to design new robotic industrial automation from concept to production, and improve and maintain existing product designs.
  • Design of industrial control panels and complex electrical systems, including: layouts, schematics, BOM, documentation for fabrication, coordination with build/procurement, certification/QC and field support.
  • Write requirements and functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
  • Develop field support hardware diagnostics tools, documents, and training to resolve issues in high complexity FC system installations.
  • Work with the Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality organizations, as well as vendors to ensure a smooth production transition of design changes.
  • Deep-dive drive electronics issues, optimize configurations, develop and execute tests to verify functionality.
  • Travel to vendors, installation sites, and manufacturing partners to ensure high quality bar is maintained.

Basic Qualifications

  • Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment similar to a high-tech start-up
  • Experience effectively communicating complex concepts through written and verbal communication
  • 6+ years of experience in the design of complex electrical products and equipment
  • Established background in Robotics or Mechatronic Systems
  • Configuration management PDM and PLM experience
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well with teams of hardware and software engineers

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
  • Built and deployed robots to production environments
  • Proficiency with Agile Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECO’s
  • Significant experience with the hardware product development process.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, MA, N.Reading - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually

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Pay in context

This role's base floor ($137,300) is above 57% of the 225 Engineering (non-software) roles in Massachusetts listed on this site; 19 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $132,000; the middle half runs from $117,000 to $147,000.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Amazon roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Amazon roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Senior Electrical Engineer (this listing)$137,300 - $185,700
Sr. Hardware Engineer, PSO, Amazon Prime Air, Amazon Prime Air$137,300 - $185,700
Sr Electrical Engineer, Amazon Robotics$137,300 - $185,700
Sr. Electrical Hardware Engineer, Prime Air, Avionics Hardware$137,300 - $185,700
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Amazon Industrial Robotics$137,300 - $185,700
Sr. Product Quality Engineer, DfS Supplier Quality$137,300 - $185,700
Sr. Power Electronics Engineer, Prime Air Electric Propulsion Subsystem$137,300 - $185,700

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Amazon roles · How to read the bar

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2026-08-26
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USA, MA, N.Reading - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually

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