We’re Cruise, the self-driving ride-hailing service.
We are building the world’s most advanced, all-electric, self-driving cars to safely connect people to the places, things, and experiences they care about. We believe self-driving cars will help save lives, reimagine cities, redefine time in transit, and restore freedom of movement for many.
At Cruise, our engineers have opportunities to grow and develop while learning from leaders at the cutting-edge of their fields. With a culture of internal mobility, there's opportunity to thrive in a variety of disciplines. This is a place for dreamers and doers to succeed.
If you are looking to solve one of today’s most complex engineering challenges, see the results of your work in hundreds of self-driving cars, and make a positive impact in the world starting in our cities, join us.
About the role:
Cruise is seeking a Prototype Technician for the San Francisco autonomous vehicle hardware team. We are a dynamic and rapidly expanding team that is supporting hardware development in the autonomous vehicle field.
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Collaborate with engineering and technician teams to facilitate hardware development and prototype iteration
- Create CAD for mechanical parts and assemblies with a focus on DFM/DFA, taking into account appearance, function, quality, and cost
- Design, build, and set up equipment and test fixtures; prepare and conduct tests; operate and maintain equipment used for testing, for both engineering and AV use
- Produce and maintain detailed documentation around team processes and for all test and maintenance procedures
- Work with internal and external suppliers to support prototype manufacturing and build events
- Deliver projects directly supporting R&D initiatives, pre-release product validation, and new product introduction
- Perform other prototype, lab, or AV platform related duties as assigned
You should apply for this role if you have the following qualifications:
- 4+ years technical experience in electro-mechanical, computer, automotive, marine electronics, robotics, or aerospace industries
- Formal education in Engineering Technology or trade school major. BS, AS, technology trade certificate, or work experience equivalent
- 3+ years experience working in CAD software (SolidWorks)
- Demonstrated ability to use general shop, automotive, and diagnostic tools
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing principles, including GD&T, assembly, and dimensional engineering principles
- Strong knowledge of prototype and manufacturing processes
- Excellent project management and cooperative development skills, focus, attention to detail, and requires minimal guidance to complete tasks
Bonus Points:
- Working knowledge of PDM/PLM systems, BOM release, and ECO’s
- Basic programming in Python or C++
Perks of being a Cruiser:
While doing meaningful work is the best perk of all, we also offer the following programs and benefits to support the extraordinary humans who serve as the backbone in making our robot cars go:
- The opportunity to solve difficult problems that have immediate and valuable real-world applications
- Competitive salary and benefits including 401k Cruise matching program to help you meet your long-term financial goals
- Medical / dental / vision, AD+D and Life
- Paid parental leave so you can spend time with the newest addition(s) to your family’s fleet
- Health and Wellness reimbursement
- Flexible vacation and 10 paid company holidays
- State of the art equipment for your workstation
- Healthy lunch, snacks, dinner
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