Product Design Engineer, Amazon Devices–Hardware
Job ID: 3154735 | Services LLC
Amazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high‑profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of , Inc., originally creating the best‑selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced groundbreaking devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV and Amazon Echo.
Key Job Responsibilities
Mechanical design, development, and quality of consumer electronic products.
Work on system design down to quick‑turn prototypes, manufacturing production process, testing, and quality control.
Define processes and methods to improve the productivity of the entire team.
Initiate investigations of production technologies, prototype and test solutions for product features, and design and validate production designs that deliver an exceptional user experience.
Work in a small PD team to create a new experience and collaborate with the larger team to ensure a functional and beautiful product.
Research into materials and component technologies to scope development opportunities.
Feature design and testing to meet program objectives.
Test failure analysis and solution validation to complete successful product development.
Provide detailed part design and product documentation.
Field failure analysis and solution evaluation for production product issues.
Support positive team interactions to accomplish program objectives.
Provide cross‑functional program integration support to ensure team success.
Lead project teams to timely delivery of products.
Manage schedules and milestones.
Manage interaction with overseas resources.
Apply technical expertise to problem solving throughout the product lifecycle.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
3+ years of experience in consumer/handheld product development.
3+ years of experience in product validation (Shock/Drop, Cycle Testing, Environmental Testing).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree.
Experience with 3D CAD skills, Creo.
Experience creating surface model and top‑down design architecture.
Knowledge of Tolerance Analysis and Statistical Process Control (Cp, CpK).
Demonstrated knowledge of tooling and materials process validation.
Demonstrated design experience with high‑volume/high‑finish consumer electronics enclosure materials.
Demonstrated design experience integrating component modules (I/O, Displays, Batteries, PCBs, etc.).
Strong communication and documentation skills and ability to operate autonomously.
Legal and Diversity Statement
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/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.
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