Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned sensor design engineer to conceive, develop, prototype, and deploy data-collection systems at scale. These systems will collect information about products which will be used by machine learning and machine vision systems to guide robotic manipulation of objects, among other applications. These data collection systems will be installed into various facilities to capture the types and quantity of data needed to automate processes. Our team collaborates with machine learning scientists, fulfillment associates, labeling teams, field engineering and maintenance personnel, and a variety of customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Design camera and optical systems, understanding critical optical technologies such as lens specification, aberrations, calibration, color balance, aperture, exposure, gain, motion-induced blur, and lighting.
• Explore active and passive sensing modalities such as structured light, stereo, lidar, radar, x-ray, infrared, and RFID.
• Engage with all types of customers ranging from executives to developers and warehouse operations staff.
• Work in a fast-paced environment where delivery time for new products and features is typically measured in months.
• Collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment, working with complex hardware and software systems.
• Assist scientists and non-technical customers in achieving their goals.
• Conduct image quality testing, including MTF and contrast measurement, image analysis, and quality metrics development.
• Design and develop optical systems, metrology tools, and test equipment.
• Characterize and optimize sensor performance.

Essential Skills

• Experience in image quality testing, including MTF and contrast measurement, image analysis, and quality metrics development.
• Expertise in the design and development of optical systems, metrology tools, and test equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in camera and lens design, testing, and calibration, including sensor characterization and optimization.
• A BS degree in electrical engineering, optics, or vision systems.
• 4 years of experience in hardware development, such as developing digital optical and machine vision systems for industrial applications.
• Strong interest and ability to learn customer requirements in the data collection space.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop data collection software (sensor interface) for experimental and prototyping purposes.
• Ability to design, acquire, and prototype sensing systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• MS or PhD in electrical engineering, optics, or vision systems.
• Experience with multi-sensor systems and non-optical sensing systems.
• Familiarity with computer vision and machine learning.

Work Environment

The work environment involves Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT), which powers the physical engine at the heart of operations. AFT builds and operates software, hardware, and processes that run a global network of fulfillment centers, moving billions of units of inventory and employing tens of thousands of people. We create automated solutions for tasks best suited to technology, while relying on people for tasks best suited to human capabilities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bellevue, Washington.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)/Roth

Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

.Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.30 - $56.30/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bellevue,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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