Full-Time
Principal Hardware Test Automation Engineer
Posted on 10/8/2024
Aeva
201-500 employees
Develops 4D LiDAR sensors for perception
Compensation Overview
$181.1k - $245kAnnually
Expert
Mountain View, CA, USA
- BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 15+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on developing automation solutions for manufacturing lines.
- Must have experience in Hardware In the Loop (HIL) test automation development for products such as Cameras, Lidar, sensors, Photonics/optical transceivers, interconnects, AR/VR products, or automated optical alignment systems.
- Strong proficiency in Python & C++ programming and relevant libraries/frameworks, instrument driver development for hardware test automation.
- Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) practices, unit and integration testing, and version control.
- Previous experience in leading and managing teams, fostering collaboration, and driving results.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Lead a team of skilled engineers dedicated to the design and development of automation software used to run assembly and test stations in the manufacturing line.
- Work on the full software stack, enabling automation of complex Lidar tests, component alignment, and tests, robot-based part handling for the fully automated manufacturing line, designing control interfaces, integration with factory automation and standardizing data components, and optimizing calibration procedures.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with embedded software, hardware test, signal processing, and contract manufacturing factory automation partners to ensure we build the best possible solutions.
- Collaborate with project managers to define project scopes, schedules, and resource allocations, ensuring timely and successful project deliveries.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members, fostering collaborative and creative solutions.
- Familiar with protocols used for instrument communication, including serial, USB, Ethernet, GPIB, etc.
- User interface design experience, preferably using the PyQt framework.
- Experience building applications that use threading and/or multiprocessing.
Aeva develops advanced sensing technology, specifically focusing on its 4D LiDAR sensors that can detect both the speed and 3D position of objects. These sensors work by integrating all essential LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip, making them compact and efficient. Aeva's products are used in various fields, including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, consumer health, and security, enhancing the perception capabilities of autonomous systems. Unlike its competitors, Aeva's unique 4D LiDAR technology provides a more comprehensive understanding of the environment, which is crucial for improving safety and efficiency in automation. The company's goal is to enhance the functionality of autonomous systems across multiple industries by providing superior perception solutions.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Mountain View, California
Founded
2017
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Aeva's expansion in Europe with a new Automotive Center of Excellence boosts growth.
- Partnerships with companies like Railergy indicate a trend towards rail transport automation.
- Recognition by TIME and CES highlights Aeva's innovative edge in the market.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from established LiDAR players like Velodyne and Luminar.
- Potential delays in autonomous vehicle adoption due to regulatory hurdles.
- Supply chain disruptions could impact Aeva's production capabilities.
What makes Aeva unique
- Aeva's 4D LiDAR uniquely measures both velocity and 3D position of objects.
- Integration of LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip enhances efficiency and compactness.
- Aeva's technology offers superior performance across various weather conditions.
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Benefits
Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k + matching
Generous PTO: Paid holidays and flexible time off policies, generous maternity/paternity leave
Compensation: Competitive compensation and meaningful equity
Free meals & snacks: Daily lunches, unlimited snacks, and coffee
Team building: Ping pong tournaments, cool swag, and fun team off-sites
Flexible work schedule: We measure based on results, not hours punched on the clock. Remote/Work from home options provided
Company News
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif. - The Indoor Lab, specializing in LiDAR perception and analytics, has partnered with Aeva Technologies Inc. (NYSE: NYSE:AEVA) to enhance security and operational efficiency at high-traffic locations in the United States, including John F. Kennedy International Airport's New Terminal One and San Francisco International Airport.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aeva® (NYSE: AEVA), a leader in next-generation sensing and perception systems, today announced that it is expanding its presence in Europe with a new Automotive Center of Excellence (COE) in Germany to support its growing momentum with automotive OEM customers. Additionally, autonomous vehicle industry expert Axel Gern has joined the company as Head of Engineering in Germany and will lead the COE. The COE was created in response to growing interest from the automotive market in Aeva’s unique Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) technology. Through the COE, Aeva’s team will intensify its partnerships with automotive OEMs by providing direct support for their programs focused on advanced vehicle automation, including engineering and rapid validation and testing. Through this close collaboration with the European automotive industry, the COE will also benefit Aeva’s development of next-generation 4D LiDAR sensing and perception technologies as the industry progresses toward implementing fully autonomous passenger and commercial vehicle programs. Axel is an automotive engineering veteran and thought leader with more than 20 years of experience in the development of advanced driver assistance systems, autonomous driving, and software development
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. SEONGNAM CITY, South Korea--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aeva® (NYSE: AEVA), a leader in next-generation sensing and perception systems, and Joowon Industrial, a South Korean global distributor and supplier of world-class testing equipment, today announced that Joowon has selected Aeva’s Aeries II 4D LiDAR for its automated power line inspection and analysis system. Power line inspection and analysis is a crucial yet predominantly manual process for most utilities. The inspection process entails deploying a considerable number of inspectors who physically survey the utility's service area and assess the condition of the lines. Their tasks encompass identifying worn components, pinpointing hot spots that may signify issues, and noting potential interference from vegetation. This process is costly and time-intensive, necessitating regular inspection to uphold the reliability of the power grid
Wedmont Private Capital acquires shares of 200,000 Aeva Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:AEVA).
Railergy partners with Aeva to push forward 'digital rail germany' programme.