Full-Time
Engineering Project Specialist
Posted on 7/2/2024
Aeva
201-500 employees
Develops 4D LiDAR sensors for perception
Compensation Overview
$132k - $179kAnnually
Mid
Mountain View, CA, USA
- BA/BS degree
- 3 years experience in Hardware Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Operations
- Experience running, organizing, and maintaining large quantities of data
- Proficient in MS Excel and/or Mac OS Numbers
- Experience with PLM tools
- Able to execute multiple project timelines related to suppliers' on-time delivery performance throughout the development cycle
- Experience in new product introduction (NPI) materials planning and sustaining ECOs that affect part changes throughout the lifecycle of the products
- Understand bill of material (BOM) structure and change control concepts
- Familiarity with hardware development and manufacturing processes with contract manufacturers (CMs)
- Experience working with overseas/Asia-based suppliers
- Assisting in material availability status reports/communications and escalations when needed
- Generating purchase requisitions, communicating with contract manufacturing finance teams, and conducting invoice review
- Processing engineering change orders (ECOs) and related BOM management activities
- Overseeing component material availability to ensure clear to build (CTB) for all builds
- Leading contract manufacturing (CM) teams that drive factory data and accuracy
- Assisting in material availability status reports/communications and escalations when needed
- Creating/processing NPI related ECO's and sustaining ECO's that affect part changes throughout the lifecycle of the products
- Generating purchase requisitions, communicating with contract manufacturing finance teams, and conducting invoice review
- Supervising material logistics for new product development builds
- Working on multiple projects simultaneously
Aeva specializes in sensing and perception technology, focusing on its 4D LiDAR sensors that can detect both the speed and 3D position of objects. These sensors work by integrating essential LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip, making them compact and efficient. Aeva's technology is applicable in various fields, including automated driving, industrial robotics, consumer electronics, consumer health, and security, enhancing the perception capabilities of autonomous systems to improve safety and efficiency. Unlike its competitors, Aeva's unique 4D LiDAR technology offers advanced features that cater to a wide range of industries. The company's goal is to transform autonomy by providing advanced perception solutions that meet the growing demand for automation and safety.
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$368.5M
Headquarters
Mountain View, California
Founded
2017
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Aeva's partnerships with industry leaders like Plus and Railergy demonstrate its strong market position and potential for growth.
- Recognition from TIME Magazine and CES 2023 Innovation Awards underscores the innovative nature and industry impact of Aeva's technology.
- The company's diverse application range, from automated driving to industrial robotics, offers multiple avenues for market penetration and revenue generation.
What critics are saying
- The advanced sensing and perception technology market is highly competitive, with rapid technological advancements posing a constant threat.
- Dependence on partnerships and collaborations may expose Aeva to risks if these relationships falter or if partners develop competing technologies.
What makes Aeva unique
- Aeva's 4D LiDAR technology uniquely integrates velocity detection with 3D positioning, setting it apart from traditional LiDAR systems.
- The use of silicon photonics in their sensors results in a compact and efficient module, providing a significant technological edge.
- Aeva's strategic expansion into Europe with a new Automotive Center of Excellence highlights its commitment to advancing automotive automation.
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