Senior Structural Design Analysis Engineer, Structural Design Integrity

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 Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best-selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced industry leading devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV and Amazon Echo. The Role: As a Senior Design Analysis Engineer, you will be responsible for bringing new product designs through to manufacturing. Structural engineering contributes unique, in-depth technical knowledge to solve complex engineering problems in concert with multi-disciplinary teams including Industrial Design, Hardware Engineering, and Operations. You will work closely with multi-disciplinary groups including Product Design, Industrial Design, Hardware Engineering, and Operations, to drive key aspects of engineering of consumer electronics products. In this role, you will: · Perform analysis and testing of complex electronic assemblies using advanced simulation and experimentation tools and techniques · Develop, analyze and test thermal, acoustic and structural solutions; from concept design, feature development, product architecture, through system validation · Support creative developments through application of analysis and testing of complex electronic assemblies using advanced simulation and experimentation tools and techniques · Use simulation tools like Abaqus for analysis and design of products · Validate design modifications using simulation and actual prototypes · Use of programming languages like Python and Matlab for analytical/statistical analyses and automation · Establish noise thresholds for usability and compliance requirements · Determine and validate structural performance under use and test conditions · Have strong knowledge of various materials such as heat spreaders solutions to resolve thermal issues, damping materials for noise and vibration suppression · Use various data acquisition systems with thermocouples, accelerometers, strain gauges and IR cameras · Collaborate as part of the device team to iterate and optimize design parameters of enclosures and structural parts to establish and deliver project performance objectives · Design and execute tests using statistical tools to validate analytical models, identify risks and assess design margins · Create and present analytical and experimental results · Develop and apply design guidelines based on project results Basic Qualifications - PhD, or Master's degree and 5+ years of applied research experience - Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language - Experience in design analysis and testing of complex electronic assemblies using advanced simulation and experimentation tools and techniques Preferred Qualifications - PhD in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent 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. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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. 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