Joby Aviation · 16 hours ago
Equipment Engineer
Santa Cruz, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$123K/yr - $198K/yr
7+ years expJoby Aviation is working to make the dream of a piloted air taxi a reality, and they are seeking a highly skilled Senior Equipment Engineer to join their Manufacturing Engineering Team. The role involves leading the design and development of custom automation equipment, diagnosing equipment failures, and enhancing operational efficiency through various engineering projects.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Design and Build Custom Automation Equipment : Lead the design, development, and construction of custom industrial automation equipment to meet specific manufacturing needs
Lead Diagnostics and Root Cause Analysis : Diagnose complex equipment failures, identify root causes, and communicate effective action plans to the team
Expert Training and Development : Serve as an expert-level trainer on all machines within assigned areas and be responsible for training and developing other employees to up-level their skills
Preventative Maintenance Leadership : Develop, implement, and enhance preventative maintenance documents and schedules
Equipment Reliability Projects : Design and execute Equipment Reliability Improvement Projects to enhance operational efficiency
Major Repairs and Rebuilds : Oversee and perform significant equipment repairs and rebuilds, ensuring minimal downtime
Spare Part and Inventory Management : Lead spare part analysis, inventory development, and cost reduction initiatives
Preventive Measures Implementation : Investigate and implement countermeasures to prevent repetitive equipment breakdowns
Business Case Development : Develop comprehensive business cases for improvement projects and equipment acquisitions, ensuring alignment with company goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Expertise in CATIA or similar 3D CAD software
Extensive experience with rapid prototyping in small to medium volume production
In-depth understanding of relevant manufacturing processes and engineering materials
Comprehensive experience with system designs utilizing mechatronic and pneumatic components
Proven track record in executing projects from initial concept development through final commissioning
Proven experience in designing and building custom industrial automation equipment
Preferred
Advanced knowledge and exposure to industrial Programmable Logic Controllers
Extensive experience in machine control panel wiring and design
Advanced familiarity with industrial robots (Kuka, Fanuc, Kawasaki) and control systems (Siemens, Beckhoff, etc.)
Advanced machine shop skills, including the use of lathes, mills, welders, and other machine shop equipment
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
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Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
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