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Staff Optical Mechanical Design Engineer

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Aurora Innovation

Aurora Innovation

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops self-driving technology for vehicles

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Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$181k - $290kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Compensation

Senior, Expert

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Design Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Python
Communications
MATLAB
FEM/FEA
Requirements
  • BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering with 7+ years of industry experience in Opto-Mechanical Design
  • Strong background in mechanical engineering, optics, mounting of optical components and packaging
  • Skilled in the use of solid modeling CAD tools (ideally CATIA)
  • Experience with optical analysis, including sequential and non-sequential analysis, using Zemax or equivalent tool
  • Experience working directly with and managing relationships with suppliers, ideally automotive OEMs and/or Asia-based Contract Manufacturers
  • Proven Strong analytical and hands-on engineering skills;
  • Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing methods and conventions in accordance with ASME 14.5-2009
  • Ability to work in a hands-on prototyping and test environment
  • Excellent oral, written, and communication communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Experience conducting FEA thermal/ structural analysis, ideally with ANSYS Workbench
  • Experience in automotive cameras and sensors is a plus
  • Experience with Matlab or Python or equivalent tool is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Designing and validating opto-mechanical enclosures that achieve or exceed performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost requirements for next generation automotive sensors
  • Collaborating with Contract Manufacturers to kick off mass production tooling and complete engineering builds leading up to the start of high volume production
  • Performing, documenting, and presenting engineering analysis and testing of opto-mechanical sensor performance
  • Hands-on Prototyping and validating next generation automotive sensors
  • Presenting, documenting and educating others regarding mechanical and optical architectural decisions made
  • Directing junior-level engineers, assisting senior-level engineers, and cross-functional supporting teams on various projects
  • Creating 3D models, 2D drawings, and engineering BOMs in CATIA 3DX
  • Performing basic structural/thermal analysis using both hand calculations and FEA
  • Support evaluating and characterizing optical elements and mounts
  • Implement geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) methods and conventions in accordance with ASME 14.5-2009 in 2D specifications

Aurora Innovation develops self-driving technology aimed at changing how transportation works. Their main product, the Aurora Driver, can be added to different types of vehicles to allow them to drive themselves, transporting both people and goods. Aurora stands out from its competitors by working closely with logistics companies, ridesharing services, and vehicle manufacturers to help them use this technology effectively. This partnership approach not only helps Aurora grow but also improves the safety and efficiency of its partners. The company makes money by licensing its self-driving technology to these partners, providing ongoing support and updates as part of the service. A key feature of Aurora's technology is its advanced sensor system, including FirstLight Lidar, which helps the vehicles detect their surroundings accurately. Aurora's goal is to make transportation safer and more accessible for everyone.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$5.4B

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Aurora's partnerships with industry giants like Volvo and Continental highlight its strong market position and potential for large-scale deployment.
  • The company's focus on safety and rigorous testing protocols make it a trusted name in the autonomous vehicle sector.
  • Aurora's planned launch of fully driverless trucks in Texas by the end of the year indicates imminent commercial success and market penetration.

What critics are saying

  • The autonomous vehicle market is highly competitive, with major players like Mobileye and Gatik posing significant challenges.
  • Delays in regulatory approvals or technological setbacks could hinder Aurora's commercialization timeline.

What makes Aurora Innovation unique

  • Aurora's FirstLight Lidar technology offers superior range and speed in detecting surroundings, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The Virtual Testing Suite allows for extensive off-road testing, ensuring robustness and reliability before deployment, a feature not commonly found in the industry.
  • Aurora's collaborative approach with logistics providers, ridesharing networks, and vehicle manufacturers accelerates the commercialization of self-driving technology, unlike competitors who may operate in silos.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid leave

Vacation, Holidays & Sick Time

LinkedIn Learning

Aurora Academy

401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Onsite Food

PerkSpot

Working from Home Support

Emotional & Physical Wellness

Employee Assistance Program