Sr Gear Design Engineer, Amazon Robotics, Amazon Robotics
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
- Last checked (4 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Amazon is seeking a talented and motivated Gear Design Engineer to own the design, analysis, and design-for-manufacturing of high-performance while cost-efficient gear systems for our robotic platforms at substantial scale. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in gear mechanism design—including planetary, harmonic, cycloidal, and custom gear trains—and a proven ability to manage gear vendors (internal & external) and contract design partners. This candidate must combine strong analytical skills with hands-on experience bringing precision gear systems from concept through volume manufacturing, and thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent field
- Experience in gear mechanism design and analysis for robotics, automation, or precision machinery
- Experience managing external vendors and co-design partnerships for gear components
- Experience with gear design software (KISSsoft, MASTA, ROMAX, or equivalent)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on gear/power transmission systems
- Experience designing compact, high-torque-density gear trains for robotics or aerospace applications
- Familiarity with AGMA/ISO gear standards and rating methods
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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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
Source: Amazon · View original posting (opens in new tab)
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Sr Gear Design Engineer, Amazon Robotics, Amazon Robotics (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 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-07-10
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USA, MA, N.Reading - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
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