Mechanical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Design, prototype, and validate mechanical systems and components for autonomous trucking platforms

Create detailed CAD models and engineering drawings for fabrication and assembly

Work hands-on in the shop to build, modify, and test hardware

Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, software, and systems engineers

Support integration of sensors, compute hardware, and vehicle subsystems

Conduct root cause analysis and implement design improvements

Develop and execute test plans (bench and vehicle-level)

Manage parts sourcing, fabrication vendors, and assembly processes

Contribute to rapid iteration cycles and field deployments

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

2+ years of relevant industry or internship experience

Strong hands-on experience with shop tools, including:

• Manual mill and lathe

• Laser cutter

• Power tools (drills, grinders, etc.)

• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred)

• Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance stack-ups

• Experience designing for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA)

• Ability to build and test prototypes independently

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment

• Familiarity with sheet metal, machining, and rapid prototyping methods (3D printing, CNC, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on large vehicles, or autonomous vehicles

• Basic understanding of electrical systems and sensor integration

• Experience with PLM/PDM systems

• Familiarity with FEA or other simulation tools

• Experience supporting field testing or deployments

• Startup or small-team experience