Mechanical Design Engineer
Core
Design and integrate robust mechanical solutions for compute and sensors on real-world vehicles, taking concepts from prototype to manufacture.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical design engineer (autonomous driving hardware)
Builds
Robust, manufacturable hardware packages for AI Driver systems on vehicle platforms
Domain
Autonomous driving / Automotive hardware
Required skills
SolidWorks (including PDM), GD&T, BOM management, sheet metal design, machining, vacuum casting, 3D printing, test rig/jig design, FMEA/DFMEA
Preferred skills
Surface modelling, aluminium extrusion, electronic systems basics, FDM printing
Technologies
SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM (via careerplan.io/jobs/6add4e92-70f7-4dcb-8025-cc2fcb91b866-mechanical-design-engineer-at-wayve)
Responsibilities
Design and integrate mechanical solutions for sensors and compute; own design trade-offs for performance, cost, and manufacturability; develop test rigs, jigs, and fixtures; produce 2D drawings and assemblies; partner with supply chain for manufacturing; collaborate with electronics teams; create build instructions and safety documentation.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC