Light Integration Mechanical Engineer, RIVR

RIVR, an Amazon company, is creating Physical AI by fielding autonomous robots that deliver to doorsteps across busy urban settings. The Light Integration Mechanical Engineer will design and build the electro‑mechanical assemblies that form the core of these delivery robots. The engineer will develop mechanical structures, construct and test prototypes, and work hand‑in‑hand with electronics engineers to embed PCB assemblies. Rigorous testing will verify hardware reliability, durability and safety, while detailed documentation, specifications, assembly guides and test protocols, will be produced. The role also involves improving design standards through active participation in design reviews. In addition, the position leads and mentors a group of hardware engineers, offering technical guidance to product managers and executives and establishing best‑practice documentation to streamline knowledge sharing across the organization. They also provide expert guidance to product managers and executives for strategic decision‑making.