senior software engineering Hardware Engineer ic 8+ yrs Bachelor's · Posted Apr 17, 2026
$137,300 – $185,700
USD per year
Skills
Testing

About this role

Amazon is hiring a senior-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Westboro, MA. The posting calls out experience with Testing and roughly 8+ years of relevant work. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Compensation is listed at $137,300–$185,700 per year.

Role
Hardware Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Westboro, MA
Experience
8+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Department
Hardware Development
Posted
Apr 17, 2026
AI Summary
Design and develop mechanical components and systems for Amazon's next-generation products from concept to production. Requires 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience with expertise in CAD modeling, FEA analysis, and design for manufacturing. Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

Job description

from Amazon careers
As a Hardware Development Engineer within the (RDPI) team, you will design, develop, and deliver mechanical components and systems for Amazon's next generation of products. You will work with cross-functional teams to transform concepts into manufacturable designs that meet customer needs and business requirements.

Key job responsibilities
- Deliver mechanical design projects from concept through production, ensuring designs meet functional requirements, cost targets, and manufacturing constraints
- Create 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and specifications for mechanical components and assemblies
- Conduct engineering analyses including tolerance stack-ups, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Develop and execute test plans to validate mechanical designs against product requirements
- Collaborate with industrial designers, electrical engineers, and manufacturing partners to integrate mechanical designs with other subsystems.
- Identify and resolve technical issues during development and production phases
- Document design decisions, test results, and engineering changes
- Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) activities
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of design processes

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- 8+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
- Experience with prototyping, implementation and scaling

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
- Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools

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, Westboro - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually

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