Automation Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts
Automation Engineer jobs in Massachusetts are in high demand, concentrated in the state's life sciences, defense, and advanced manufacturing sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level controls technicians through senior systems engineers. The busiest hiring markets are Boston, Waltham, and Lowell, where companies like Raytheon Technologies, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Boston Scientific have long-standing engineering operations. The most sought-after specialties in Massachusetts are PLC programming, robotics integration, and pharmaceutical manufacturing automation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As a Robotics Actuation technical guide, you will use your expertise specializing in rotary actuators focused on high torque density, precision gear trains, motor integration, and lifecycle validation for high performance robotics. You will create detailed motor architectures, conduct FEA simulation, prototype testing and production validation, and drive end to end actuator system delivery. The ideal candidate has expertise in Brushless DC (BLDC) motor design, Quasi Direct Drive (QDD) and Strain Wave Gearing architectures, enjoys fundamental concepts, analytical problem solving, possesses practical knowledge of high volume manufacturing methods for precision rotating machinery and is a role model for engineering best practices in actuation and robotics.
Key job responsibilities
- Serve as the machine design expert and authority for robotic rotary actuator programs, delivering quality documentation to meet product requirements
- Own electromagnetic and mechanical design of custom motors that may consist of Strain Wave Gearing or Quasi Direct Drive systems including topology, permanent magnet selection, FEA and thermal modeling
- Drive the technical roadmap for next generation rotary actuator systems, executing architectural breakthroughs
- Steer electronics packaging, mechanical transmission design, ICDs, spec sheets and assembly sequences
- Own vendor interactions while embedding Design for Excellence principles across manufacturability, reliability, testability and serviceability
- Write functional specifications, design verification plans and test procedures ensuring engineering best practices
- Conduct simulation, evaluation, testing and validation of actuator and electromechanical systems against performance and safety standards
- Perform structural and bolted joint analysis, preload calculations and fatigue life assessment
- Provide engineering guidance on brake integration, grease selection and environmental sealing
- Drive continuous improvement and design for manufacturability across high volume production environments
- Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality to ensure smooth product launch and sustaining
- Mentor junior engineers and model thorough engineering analysis and cradle to grave ownership
A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits to support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
- Bachelor's degree or above in robotics, mechanical/mechatronics engineering, systems engineering or related field
- Experience mentoring or training the engineering community on complex technical issues
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities, or experience in managing and troublshooting network
- Experience with strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Experience writing and publishing technical documents or equivalent
- SolidWorks or similar CAD experience, understanding of best practices for part design, advanced assemblies and complex configuration management
- Hands on experience crafting proof-of-concept models and prototypes
- Thorough understanding of technical principals, theories and concepts in hardware development and ability to apply them to product design
- Extensive system design experience interfacing with a wide array of electro-mechanical subsystems and associated debugging experience
- Experience with full product lifecycle and proficiency at completing tasks to meet milestones
- Experience evaluating design, performance and logistical tradeoffs for hardware systems
- Ability to support domestic and international travel as required by the program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
- Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools
- Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience in actuation, motor development and fundamentals of actuator design including gear train, linkage and transmission systems
- Experience in robotic development and electromechanical system integration
- Experience with sensor selection, integration and calibration in robotic systems
- Knowledge of industrial safety standards (ISO 10218, ISO/TS 15066, ANSI/RIA) for collaborative and autonomous robotic systems
- Experience with Design for Reliability including DFMEA, PFMEA and reliability testing methodologies
- Experience designing and debugging tooled components (cast, injection mold, forge, stamp)
- Experience with thermal management and heat dissipation design for electromechanical systems
- Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y 14.5
- Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for data analysis, simulation and rapid prototyping
- Experience with rapid prototyping methods including 3D printing and CNC machining
- Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECOs
- Experience steering product enhancements that improve performance of existing products
- Understanding of control systems fundamentals including servo tuning, PID control and motion profiling
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to lead and collaborate across cross functional teams
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, North Reading - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
USA, MA, Westboro - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
As a Robotics Actuation technical guide, you will use your expertise specializing in rotary actuators focused on high torque density, precision gear trains, motor integration, and lifecycle validation for high performance robotics. You will create detailed motor architectures, conduct FEA simulation, prototype testing and production validation, and drive end to end actuator system delivery. The ideal candidate has expertise in Brushless DC (BLDC) motor design, Quasi Direct Drive (QDD) and Strain Wave Gearing architectures, enjoys fundamental concepts, analytical problem solving, possesses practical knowledge of high volume manufacturing methods for precision rotating machinery and is a role model for engineering best practices in actuation and robotics.
Key job responsibilities
- Serve as the machine design expert and authority for robotic rotary actuator programs, delivering quality documentation to meet product requirements
- Own electromagnetic and mechanical design of custom motors that may consist of Strain Wave Gearing or Quasi Direct Drive systems including topology, permanent magnet selection, FEA and thermal modeling
- Drive the technical roadmap for next generation rotary actuator systems, executing architectural breakthroughs
- Steer electronics packaging, mechanical transmission design, ICDs, spec sheets and assembly sequences
- Own vendor interactions while embedding Design for Excellence principles across manufacturability, reliability, testability and serviceability
- Write functional specifications, design verification plans and test procedures ensuring engineering best practices
- Conduct simulation, evaluation, testing and validation of actuator and electromechanical systems against performance and safety standards
- Perform structural and bolted joint analysis, preload calculations and fatigue life assessment
- Provide engineering guidance on brake integration, grease selection and environmental sealing
- Drive continuous improvement and design for manufacturability across high volume production environments
- Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality to ensure smooth product launch and sustaining
- Mentor junior engineers and model thorough engineering analysis and cradle to grave ownership
A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits to support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
- Bachelor's degree or above in robotics, mechanical/mechatronics engineering, systems engineering or related field
- Experience mentoring or training the engineering community on complex technical issues
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities, or experience in managing and troublshooting network
- Experience with strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Experience writing and publishing technical documents or equivalent
- SolidWorks or similar CAD experience, understanding of best practices for part design, advanced assemblies and complex configuration management
- Hands on experience crafting proof-of-concept models and prototypes
- Thorough understanding of technical principals, theories and concepts in hardware development and ability to apply them to product design
- Extensive system design experience interfacing with a wide array of electro-mechanical subsystems and associated debugging experience
- Experience with full product lifecycle and proficiency at completing tasks to meet milestones
- Experience evaluating design, performance and logistical tradeoffs for hardware systems
- Ability to support domestic and international travel as required by the program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
- Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools
- Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience in actuation, motor development and fundamentals of actuator design including gear train, linkage and transmission systems
- Experience in robotic development and electromechanical system integration
- Experience with sensor selection, integration and calibration in robotic systems
- Knowledge of industrial safety standards (ISO 10218, ISO/TS 15066, ANSI/RIA) for collaborative and autonomous robotic systems
- Experience with Design for Reliability including DFMEA, PFMEA and reliability testing methodologies
- Experience designing and debugging tooled components (cast, injection mold, forge, stamp)
- Experience with thermal management and heat dissipation design for electromechanical systems
- Proficiency documenting designs in accordance with ANSI Y 14.5
- Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for data analysis, simulation and rapid prototyping
- Experience with rapid prototyping methods including 3D printing and CNC machining
- Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management PLM software and ECOs
- Experience steering product enhancements that improve performance of existing products
- Understanding of control systems fundamentals including servo tuning, PID control and motion profiling
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to lead and collaborate across cross functional teams
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, North Reading - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
USA, MA, Westboro - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
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- Consulting & Professional Services
- Technology & Software
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Retail
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation engineer jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering from an accredited program
- Proficiency with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Beckhoff
- Experience programming and commissioning industrial robots or automated assembly systems
- Knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11 or GMP compliance for life sciences environments
- Familiarity with SCADA systems, HMI development, and industrial networking protocols
- Strong documentation skills for validation protocols and engineering change orders
Automation Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a automation engineer in Massachusetts?
The standard path into automation engineering in Massachusetts starts with a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, mechatronics, or controls engineering from an accredited institution. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license specifically for automation engineers, though Professional Engineer licensure through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Professional Engineers can strengthen your standing for senior roles. Most employers in the state's life sciences and defense sectors add weight to hands-on PLC and robotics certifications from vendors like Rockwell or FANUC.
How much do automation engineers make in Massachusetts?
Automation engineers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $131,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,740 for the lowest 10% to over $187,010 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire automation engineers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring automation engineers in Massachusetts right now include Amazon, Reframe Systems, and HIGHRES, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device firms, and defense contractors means consistent year-round demand across the state's Route 128 corridor and Merrimack Valley industrial parks.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most automation engineer jobs?
The cities with the most automation engineer openings in Massachusetts are Boston, Andover, and Cambridge. Boston anchors demand through its biotech and research hospital campuses, Waltham and Lexington concentrate openings along the Route 128 technology corridor where major defense and life sciences companies are headquartered, and Lowell draws hiring from its legacy precision manufacturing and electronics base in the Merrimack Valley.
Are there remote automation engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Automation engineering is fundamentally hands-on work involving physical equipment, production lines, and on-site commissioning, which limits full-remote arrangements. About 57% of automation engineer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically cover design, programming, or validation tasks that can be completed off-site before on-site deployment.
How can I get hired as a automation engineer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a co-op or internship through Massachusetts universities with strong engineering programs, as many large employers in the Route 128 corridor actively recruit from these pipelines into full-time roles. Target entry-level controls technician, manufacturing engineer associate, or automation test engineer positions, which serve as direct stepping stones. Building a portfolio around a vendor certification from Rockwell Automation or Siemens, or completing a PLC programming course, gives candidates a concrete credential that Massachusetts life sciences and defense employers recognize when evaluating applicants without commercial experience.
Where can I find and apply to automation engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to automation engineer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and target location, then apply directly to each one.
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