AEye, Inc. · 4 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Pleasanton, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $175K/yr
7+ years expAEye, Inc. is a company focused on hardware development in the field of mechanical engineering. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer will support R&D activities, create mechanical drawings, conduct simulations, and engage in quality assurance processes.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesHardwareSoftware
Responsibilities
Able to manage tasks based on workload, priorities, and scheduling requirements
Design parts and complex assemblies using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks) containing optics, electronics, and mechanical components
Perform Mechanical, Thermal, and flow simulations using FEA software (SolidWorks Simulation preferred)
Create manufacturing drawings using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5
Design, build and troubleshoot prototype devices and testing fixtures
Engage in testing, perform root cause analysis, and perform other design verification activities
Attend meetings with external suppliers and contract manufacturers and advise on technical issues
Create detailed Bills of Material and technical specifications documents for products
Serve as subject matter expert and perform engineering change notice processes
Assist other groups as needed
Occasional lifting up to 40lbs
Occasional travel to contract manufacturer sites and other activities (<10%)
Qualification
Required
7+ years experience in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree
Understanding of automotive, aerospace, and industrial equipment environments, design of opto-mechanical and electrical equipment to operate and survive in the presence of such environments
Experience with interfacing electrical boards (PCBs) with mechanical structures
Mechanical and thermal modeling/analysis
Advanced modeling skills with 3D CAD and CAE software (Solidworks)
Proven understanding and ability to use hand and powered machine tools
Understanding of standard fabrication processes (cnc machining, casting, injection molding, 3d printing) and ability to design easily manufactured parts
Ability to produce technical presentations for both internal & external target audiences
Experience with design engineering process, documentation and configuration control of the design and associated documentation
Extensive experience in mechanical concept development in support of proposals for new business pursuits (start ups)
Excellent communication, presentation & collaboration skills
Position is in person in our Pleasanton, CA office
Preferred
Experience with optics and opto-mechanical systems (lens, lasers, fibers)
Experience with thermal management of electronic components
Experience with industrial design
Experience in a fast-paced and demanding environment
Experience with PCB design, fabrication and troubleshooting
Company
AEye, Inc.
AEye offers unique software-defined lidar solutions that enable advanced driver-assistance, vehicle autonomy, smart infrastructure, security, and logistics applications that save lives and propel the future of transportation and mobility.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$364.15MKey Investors
New Circle CapitalTaiwania Capital Management CorporationBootstrapLabs
2024-07-29Post Ipo Equity· $50M
2021-08-18Post Ipo Equity· $225M
2021-08-18IPO
Leadership Team
Allan Steinhardt
Chief Scientist
Conor Tierney
Chief Business Officer
Recent News
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