Cyngn

Autonomous Technology

SeniorMechanicalEngineer

$160–170k Mountain View, California, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Senior Mechanical Engineer at Cyngn. Skills: Mechanical design, CAD, Prototyping, Testing. Own mechanical technical specification. Own mechanical design”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver high-quality systems; Meet system-level goals for safety; Meet system-level goals for performance; Meet system-level goals for cost

Industry & Context.

Autonomous Technology
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills; Troubleshoot issues; Identify root causes; Design corrective solutions; Design preventative solutions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

4~8 years of experience in mechanical engineering, Proficiency with SolidWorks, 3D CAD modeling best practices, Understanding of GD&T, Tolerance stack-ups for precision assemblies, Experience with PLM systems, Hands-on prototyping and test experience, Analysis skills for simple FMEA & Thermal simulations, Ability to collaborate across disciplines, Excellent problem-solving skills, Data-driven approach to design decisions

Nice to Have

Ideally in robotics, automotive, or other complex electromechanical systems, Experience with Arena or similar PLM systems

What You'll Do.

Own mechanical technical specification

Own mechanical design

Own mechanical integration

Own mechanical release for vehicle systems

Create detailed drawings

Create specifications for parts

Create specifications for assemblies

Drive product development cycles

Ensure manufacturability

Design corrective solutions

Design preventative solutions

Assemble test fixtures

Operate test fixtures

Code for test fixtures

Electrical setups for test fixtures

Characterize sensing systems

Support closed-loop motor control

Drive design improvements

Serve as design release engineer

Own subsystem Bills of Materials

Own assembly structures

Own documentation within PLM systems

Plan development schedules

Resolve supply chain challenges

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinating across teams; Collaborate with electrical; Collaborate with software; Collaborate with external engineering partners; Collaborate with program management

Process & Methodology

Plan development schedules, Plan builds

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