Mechanical Engineer, Autonomous Vehicle
Location
Mountain View, CA
Level
Mid-Level
Department
Transportation
Type
Salary
$94,000 - $142,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-07-21
Responsibilities
- Own the engineering specification, architecture, design, and development of AV hardware and integration components.
- Collaborate with industrial design to generate creative ideas and conduct feasibility studies.
- Assist AV hardware engineering teams and manage CAD and data exchanges with OEM and supplier partners.
- Work with manufacturing to bring up production of components.
- Design and execute validation plans in collaboration with CAE and test teams.
- Support development and prototype builds, identifying issues and solutions.
- Drive improvements in part quality, cost, and efficiency.
Job Requirements
- 3 years of experience in mechanical design and vehicle body systems.
- Strong background in areas such as autonomous sensors, EV powertrain, and chassis design.
- Familiarity with the full product development process from concept to production.
- Experience with manufacturing processes like stamping, casting, and injection molding.
- Ability to run static structural simulations and validations.
- Knowledge of GD&T standards and parameter/tolerance design concepts.
- Experience designing with various materials for cost, weight, and durability optimization.
