Mechanical Engineer
Team: Hardware Team
Location: San Francisco
Commitment: Full-time
Workplace Type: onsite
Key Responsibilities
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Design, prototype, and validate mechanical systems and components for autonomous trucking platforms
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Create detailed CAD models and engineering drawings for fabrication and assembly
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Work hands-on in the shop to build, modify, and test hardware
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Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, software, and systems engineers
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Support integration of sensors, compute hardware, and vehicle subsystems
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Conduct root cause analysis and implement design improvements
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Develop and execute test plans (bench and vehicle-level)
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Manage parts sourcing, fabrication vendors, and assembly processes
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Contribute to rapid iteration cycles and field deployments
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
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2+ years of relevant industry or internship experience
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Strong hands-on experience with shop tools, including:
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Manual mill and lathe
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Laser cutter
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Power tools (drills, grinders, etc.)
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Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
- Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
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Experience designing for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA)
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Ability to build and test prototypes independently
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Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment
- Familiarity with sheet metal, machining, and rapid prototyping methods (3D printing, CNC, etc.)
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Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working on large vehicles, or autonomous vehicles
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Basic understanding of electrical systems and sensor integration
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Experience with PLM/PDM systems
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Familiarity with FEA or other simulation tools
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Experience supporting field testing or deployments
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Startup or small-team experience
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