Foundation Robotics ยท 18 hours ago
Staff Mechanical Engineer, Suspension (Autonomous Vehicle Team)
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expFoundation Robotics is developing the future of general purpose robotics and electric mobility, aiming to create an autonomous, crewless ATV for commercial and defense use. The Staff Mechanical Engineer will own the suspension system development, including design, testing, and validation for off-road electric ATVs.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Own suspension system development end-to-end: concept, CAD design, simulation, testing, and validation for off-road electric ATVs
Suspension analysis including kinematics, compliance, ride & handling, durability, and off-road performance optimization
Design and iterate suspension components (arms, dampers, bushings, linkages, mounts, etc.) in CAD with manufacturability and serviceability in mind
Support prototype builds and field testing, diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues quickly
Document designs, analyses, and validation results to ensure clear handoff to manufacturing and future iterations
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience with suspension testing (rig tests, durability, vibration, ride/handling) and data analysis
Familiarity with structural analysis (FEA for static, fatigue, and crash loads)
Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, kinematics, and compliance tuning
Ability to design for rugged, off-road environments (shock, vibration, corrosion, and dirt/water ingress considerations)
Experience with chassis frame design, weldment design, and lightweight structures
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
Strong proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, or equivalent) for suspension and chassis design
Preferred
5+ years of experience in suspension design, testing, or vehicle dynamics (off-road, automotive, powersports, or defense preferred)
Experience with suspension analysis tools (e.g., Adams Car, Simpack, Matlab)
Benefits
Health
Vision
Dental
401k
Company
Foundation Robotics
Learn Robotics is an upcoming webapp for lecturers and instructors of robotics courses at the bachelors and masters level.
0-1 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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