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Mechanical Engineer

Mountain View, California, United States Full-Time 5586

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Mechanical Engineer

  • 5586
  • On Site
  • Mountain View, California
  • Full-Time

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.

You will:

  • Lead the design, release, and delivery of components and subsystems, from concept through production, required to integrate self-driving systems into a vehicle;
  • Design and develop mechanical structural mounting systems and cosmetic exterior enclosures for self driving vehicle hardware integration (for e.g. Radar, Cameras, Lidar, Antennas);
  • Identify optimum materials (for e.g. Aluminum, Steel, Polymers), and manufacturing processes for aforementioned systems (for e.g. die casting, extrusions, injection molding, compression molding, vacuum forming, paint) ; 
  • Ensure on-time delivery of these systems and components against program targets for cost, weight, structural performance, craftsmanship, NVH, squeak & rattle, fit/finish;
  • Execute quality and robustness activities such as DFMEA and DVP&R;
  • Collaborate with multiple departments including attribute leads, cross functional engineering teams, test engineers, manufacturing and assembly teams as well as other stakeholders including our OEM partners; 
  • While working with the Global Supply Chain Team, support source selection activities including writing RFP’s and evaluating suppliers and quotes in order to ensure timely delivery of hardware for vehicle build activities; 
  • Utilize CAD tools (CATIA V6 / ENOVIA) and perform or direct CAD design personnel on packaging, integrating, and detailing components; and 
  • Support vehicle prototype and production build activities, ensuring proper fit and function of components, and resolving issues.

You have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and 10 years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or or in a Mechanical Engineering related occupation. Alternatively, the employer will accept a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and 8 years of experience in the job offered or in a Mechanical Engineering related occupation. 
  • Position requires 8 years of experience in the following: 
  • Design of structural and cosmetic automotive exterior components using a variety of materials and manufacturing processes, for example, aluminum castings, injection moldings, composites; 
  • Integration of self driving vehicle hardware/sensors (cameras, Radar, Lidar, antennas) for requirements such as field of views and mounting stiffness; 
  • CAD design tools (Catia V5/V6 preferred) focusing on 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation, and relevant processes for data management and release (Enovia preferred); 
  • Developing solutions for both low volume (<20000 units per year) and high volume (>300000 units per year) automotive programs; and 
  • Developing vehicle exterior components for pedestrian protection protection, in compliance with regulation UNECE R127.

The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.

Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements. 

Salary Range
$270,000 - $284,000 USD
 
Position reports to the Waymo office & may allow for partial telecommuting.
 
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We appreciate your interest in Waymo. Waymo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a culture of belonging and maintaining a supportive workplace for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, and employment decisions are based on a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and alignment with job requirements and business needs. Waymo does not discriminate against, and prohibits harassment of, any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, family status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law. Waymo will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. Waymo is committed to making sure our hiring process is accessible for all candidates. If you need assistance applying for a role or participating in the interview process due to a disability, please let the recruiting team know or email waymo-candidatesupport@google.com. (This email address is intended to be used only for requesting accommodations as part of the application process. Other inquiries will not receive a response.)

Some of our Benefits

Health and wellness

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. At Waymo, you can enjoy top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, gym membership, and special wellness programs.

Financial wellness

Your financial peace of mind is important to us. At Waymo, we offer competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, equity, employees provident fund, and lots of other perks and employee discounts.

Flexibility and time off

Take the time you need to relax and recharge. Enjoy the flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year. We support an on-site or hybrid work model and offer remote working opportunities, paid time off, bereavement, sick, and parental leave. 

Supporting families

When it comes to growing your family or caring for your loved ones, you have our full support. Enhanced leave options include 26 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and 18 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Community and personal development

At Waymo, you'll find a range of opportunities to grow, connect, and give back. We offer education reimbursement, personal and professional development, mentorship, and other ways to connect through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), other internal groups, and even time off to volunteer.

Cool perks

Access to Google offices, cafes, wellness centers, massages, and so much more. To support your wellbeing at home, you can enjoy at-home fitness and cooking classes, and more.

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