Mechanical Engineer — Hardware Development

Ammar Jaleel.

Building precision mechanical systems at the intersection of robotics, automation, and product development.

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Experience

Amazon Robotics
Hardware Development Engineer
May 2025 – Present
North Reading, MA
  • Engineered a precision mechanical lifting system for securing and aligning high-capacity loads (1,800+ lbs), ensuring structural stability and operator safety during maintenance cycles.
  • Developed a high-ratio force amplification mechanism delivering 12 kN of output force in a handheld form factor for specialized field applications.
  • Designed a custom extraction tool to remediate drive unit wheel failures caused by friction welding — non-destructive removal method for motor hubs improved maintenance uptime.
  • Led a DFMA redesign of a high-volume service component, achieving $12.79 cost reduction and 3.12 lb weight reduction per unit while maintaining structural requirements.
Swyft Robotics
Mechanical Design Engineer
Jan 2024 – Apr 2025
Plano, TX
  • Directed end-to-end product development lifecycle for modular robotics subsystems, transitioning internal prototypes into commercially viable, purchase-ready assemblies.
  • Optimized a high-performance drive module, focusing on power-to-weight ratio and torque density for maximum acceleration across diverse mobile robot platforms.
  • Strategized supply chain and manufacturing transitions, identifying alternative materials and low-cost fabrication methods to reduce total COGS by 37%.
Amazon Robotics
Hardware Engineer Co-op
Jul 2023 – Dec 2023
North Reading, MA
  • Designed a rapid-recovery tool for disabled transports, reducing MTTR during critical peak hours with transport removal in under 60 seconds.
  • Developed a long-reach retrieval system for inoperative robots in high-density storage areas, eliminating manual structural disassembly.
  • Leveraged FEA to retrofit warehouse shelving supports, validating load capacities for recovery of fully laden robots during critical system failures.
Bastian Solutions
Mechanical Design Intern
May 2022 – Aug 2022
Dallas, TX
  • Executed a Value Engineering redesign of a drivetrain rear axle, replacing a slewing ring with a custom clamshell housing — 41% reduction in manufacturing costs.
  • Optimized pneumatic systems by relocating vacuum generators to minimize pressure drop — 300% increase in airflow to end-effector suction cups.
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Projects

Differential Swerve Module
Powertrain3D PrintingCAD

Differential Swerve Module

Dual-input differential gear system enabling independent wheel steering and drive through bevel gear torque vectoring across two rotational axes.

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 3 DOF End Effector
Brushless Motor3D ModelingDesign

3 DOF End Effector

Linearly actuated robotic claw with servo-driven pitch/roll articulation and chain-sprocket extension on a Delrin bearing carriage.

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 3D Printed Turret
KinematicsArduinoControl Systems

3D Printed Turret

Additively manufactured 2-DOF pan-tilt platform using discrete-step stepper motor control for precision azimuth and elevation positioning.

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 Roller Claw
PneumaticsDesignSimulation

Roller Claw

Hybrid pneumatic-electric intake mechanism with compliant silicone roller contact surfaces for multi-geometry game piece acquisition.

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 Battery Door Latching Mechanism
Product DesignMechanismDFM

Battery Door Mechanism

Spring-loaded latch mechanism for a compact stainless steel housing with force-direction conversion, auto-latching, and full stress validation.

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Skills & Tools

CAD / CAM
SOLIDWORKSPTC CreoAutoCADFusion 360
Analysis
Ansys FEAMATLABLabVIEW
Manufacturing
CNC MillCNC RouterPlasmaWaterjetTIG/MIG WeldingFDM / SLA 3D Print
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Certifications

Verified Credentials
Industry Recognized
CSWP — Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional CSWA — Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate CSWA-AM — Additive Manufacturing Level 1 GD&T Certification OSHA 10-Hour Safety
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Contact

Let's build
something
together.
jaleel.ammar@outlook.com (214) 554-3744 LinkedIn GitHub