The opportunity
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…
What you'll do
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;
What they're looking for
- 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.
- 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.
