Joby Aviation · 1 month ago
Powertrain Mechanical Engineer, Battery
San Carlos, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$98K/yr - $131K/yr
3+ years expJoby Aviation is a pioneering company focused on developing electric air taxis. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their Powertrain and Electronics Battery Engineering team, responsible for designing hardware for the Joby S4 Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing vehicle.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Design components, subassemblies, and systems
Perform analysis (models/simulation) to support design decisions
Plan/execute development tests to support design decisions
Work with external vendors and internal manufacturing/fabrication teams to build hardware
Work with the testing team to support verification testing of hardware
Qualification
Required
B.S. or higher in mechanical engineering
3+ years of demonstrated engineering experience - preferably 'full-stack' with exposure to test, design, equipment/component selection, hands-on builds, bring-up and troubleshooting
Proficiency with professional 3D modeling software, preferably with Catia 3D Experience
Proficiency in mechanical design, materials selection, kinematics, troubleshooting, and analysis
Excellent problem solving and communication skills
Strong analytical background – able to use first principles to drive/inform design
Preferred
M.S./Ph.D. in relevant discipline
5+ years of working experience in automotive or aerospace industry
Experience with Dassault Systemes CAD, specifically using Generative Shape Design, Part Design, and Assembly Design
Experience with finite element tools (Abaqus)
Direct battery engineering experience
Benefits
Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
401(k) plan with a company match
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
And more
Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.02BKey Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
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Leadership Team
Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
Recent News
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