Automotive HVAC Systems Engineer
Core
Designing and verifying automotive HVAC systems to ensure cabin comfort, energy efficiency, and performance for Waymo's autonomous vehicles.
Role type
Senior Automotive HVAC Systems Engineer
Builds
Electric climate compressor based HVAC systems and cabin ventilation systems for autonomous ride-hail vehicles
Domain
Automotive engineering, thermodynamics, HVAC systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Automotive HVAC system design, thermodynamics of vapor-compression cycles, automotive refrigerant expertise, OEM/Tier 1 supplier negotiation, system verification, requirements definition
Preferred skills
4-zone automatic climate control design, Design Verification Plans (DVPs), alternative refrigerant innovation (R-290, R-744), heat pump system design, automotive thermal system development
Technologies
Electric climate compressors, vapor-compression cycles, automotive refrigerants (R-290, R-744), heat pump systems
Responsibilities
Define HVAC performance metrics and energy efficiency targets, develop novel solutions for unique vehicle configurations, drive OEM partners to meet targets, supervise system verification through OEM and internal teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC