ppAmazon RIVR is a robotics company pioneering Physical AI through real‑world doorstep delivery. Founded in 2024 as an ETH Zurich spin‑off, RIVR develops wheeled‑legged robots designed to operate in complex, unstructured environments such as stairs, gates, doors and uneven urban terrain. By combining custom robot hardware, onboard autonomy and cloud‑based coordination, the company builds the next generation of safe, reliable autonomous robots for last‑mile delivery. /p h3What You'll Be Doing /h3 ul liDesign and develop electromechanical assemblies, robotic payloads and actuators for our robots. /li liBuild and test prototypes to evaluate functionality and performance. /li liWork closely with electronics engineers to integrate printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) into mechanical structures. /li liPerform rigorous testing and evaluations to verify the reliability, durability and safety of robotic hardware. /li liCreate detailed hardware documentation, including specifications, assembly instructions and testing protocols. /li liBuild, lead and mentor an exceptional team of hardware engineers. /li liProvide expert guidance to product managers and executives for strategic decision‑making. /li liCreate and maintain documentation, guidelines and best practices to streamline knowledge sharing. /li liImprove design standards and processes through active participation in design reviews. /li /ul h3What You Must Have /h3 ul liMaster’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as Engineering, Robotics, Automotive or Aerospace. /li liA minimum of five years of industry or research experience; PhD experience applicable. /li liProficient in CAD software for mechanical design. /li liDeep understanding of actuators, motors, materials, design for manufacturing, power transmission, mechanisms and contemporary manufacturing technologies. /li liDemonstrated leadership in managing teams, contractors and relationships with OEMs/ODMs. /li liStrong problem‑solving skills, adept at debugging and optimizing hardware components. /li /ul h3Get Some Bonus Points /h3 ul liPhD degree in Engineering, Robotics, Automotive, Aerospace or a similar discipline, or an equivalent amount of research experience. /li liFamiliarity with design for mass production. /li liExperience in the robotic, automotive, aerospace, medical and consumer electronics sector. /li liExperience managing a hardware team. /li liExperience interfacing with control systems and integrating electronics. /li /ul pAmazon RIVR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that values every perspective. If you’re passionate about driving innovation in robotics and creating meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and bring your unique self to our team. /p pWe believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in‑person presence in our office locations. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
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