Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply leading edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even image yet. We invent every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.

Amazon Robotics is seeking a self-driven, enthusiastic individual to join the Failure Analysis (FA) Team at Amazon Robotics (AR) in Westborough MA. The team is responsible for non-destructive and destructive failure analysis (FA) on AR products and conducting advanced material characterization for guiding design and process changes. The hardware test team is a multi-disciplinary environment of mechanical/electrical/software/quality engineers and technicians dedicated to advancing the knowledge of robotics and how millions of customer orders are fulfilled every day.

The test engineer is responsible for the creation of test programs, plans and methods for subsystem verification tests and complete system verification and validation tests to support new technology and product development programs.
The hardware test engineer will work with hardware development engineers, technical operations (manufacturing engineering), and solutions engineering to define, execute and report on verification and validation tests.

Key job responsibilities
* Perform hands-on root cause analysis (RCA) and in-depth failure characterizations using advanced analytical tools. In addition, you will be recommending corrective actions and conveying results to the multi-functional team as well as upper management.
* Work with HW Reliability, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing engineering, and Design teams to identify root causes and drive resolution for failures originating in product development, production, and in the field.
* Maintain RCA repository database, write FA reports, and deliver presentations, for customer or internal use, that elucidate the root cause of failure and may suggest possible solutions.
* Demonstrate competence with the operation and application of standard FA tools and lab equipment. Evaluate and introduce new equipment and techniques to the FA flow.
* Collaborate with test engineering and design team for DOE planning and execution
* Validate and verify supplier and vendor FA
* Develop FA SOPs and troubleshooting procedures/guidelines
* Participate in process improvement initiatives
* Help manage and train FA Engineers and Technicians daily task and projects
* Lab organization and detailed documentation for effective FA reports

A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!


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