PlusAI

Builds AI driving systems for commercial trucks

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFremont, CA, USA$150k - $195k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
At least 5 years of hands-on, detailed product design experience is required.
Proficiency in computer-aided design tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, or Unigraphics is required.
Experience working with surfacing tools in computer-aided design tools is required.
Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing knowledge and experience releasing 2D drawings are required.
Experience with vendor first article inspection and process capability (FAI/CPK) dimensional reports is required.
Practical experience working through design-for-manufacturing challenges with external vendors is required.

Responsibilities

Define hardware architecture for integration into original equipment manufacturer vehicles.
Define and design mechanical and thermal hardware solutions.
Design cosmetic covers and finishes for autonomous vehicles.
Work with original equipment manufacturers and partners to obtain approval on final designs and integration plans.
Help build and improve new and current designs.
Work with cross-functional teams to define product requirements.
Perform work in accordance with the company’s Quality Management System requirements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
Ensure team compliance with the Quality Management System, monitor quality, and drive process improvements.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of and experience with Pdmlink or Arena.
Extensive experience using computer-aided design, product design, managing requirements, and tracking and resolving issues and resolutions.
Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments to achieve product goals.
Demonstrated hands-on mechanical and manufacturing process experience and engineering development.
Experience with finite element analysis tools and understanding of vibration, fatigue, and solid mechanics.
First-principles physics understanding of multiple engineering disciplines, such as heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and electrical fundamentals.
Ability to travel.

Salary Range: 150000 to 195000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

PlusAI is a Physical AI company pioneering AI-based virtual driver software for factory-built autonomous trucks. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with operations in the United States and Europe, Plus was named by Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Partners including TRATON GROUP’s Scania, MAN, and International brands, Hyundai Motor Company, Iveco Group, Bosch, and DSV are working with Plus to accelerate the deployment of next-generation autonomous trucks. If you’re ready to make a huge impact and drive the future of autonomy, Plus is looking for talented individuals to join its fast-growing teams.

This role will be part of the hardware team which is responsible for design and development of new platforms and maintenance of the existing platforms.

Responsibilities:

Define HW architecture for integration into OEM vehicles
Define and Design mechanical and thermal hardware solutions
Design cosmetic covers and finishes for the autonomous vehicles
Work with OEM and partners to get buy in on final designs and integration plans
Help build and improve new and current designs
Work with cross functional teams to define product requirements
Ensure that your work is performed in accordance with the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
Ensure team compliance with QMS, monitor quality, and drive process improvements.

Required Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
5+ years of hands-on, detailed product design experience
Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, Unigraphics
Experience working with surfacing tools on CAD tools
GD&T knowledge and experience releasing 2D drawings
Experience with vendor FAI/CPK dimensional reports
Practical experience working through DFM challenges with external vendors
Pdmlink/ Arena knowledge and experience a plus

Preferred Skills:

Extensive experience using CAD, product design, managing requirements, tracking and resolving issues and resolutions.
Ability to work cross functionally with other departments to achieve product goals.
Demonstrated hands-on mechanical and manufacturing process experience and engineering development.
Experience with FEA tools and understanding of vibration, fatigue and solid mechanics
First-principles physics understanding of multiple engineering disciplines such as: heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and electrical fundamentals.
Ability to travel.

Your opportunities joining PlusAI

Work, learn and grow in a highly future-oriented, innovative and dynamic field.

Wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development.

Catered free lunch, unlimited snacks and beverages.

Highly competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k) plan.

About the Company

PlusAI

Builds AI driving systems for commercial trucks

PlusAI develops AI driving software for commercial trucks, working with vehicle manufacturers and logistics partners to automate freight transport. Its SuperDrive system combines sensors, onboard computing, and AI models to understand roads, plan maneuvers, and control a truck within defined operating conditions. Truck manufacturers integrate the software into their vehicles, and PlusAI engineers develop and validate the virtual driver for use on freight routes. It also sells autonomous-driving data and development tools through HyperFoundry, and plans to charge for SuperDrive according to truck usage. PlusAI was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Santa Clara, CA
Founded: 2016

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