Lead integration and troubleshooting of sensors and vehicle systems, coordinate builds, provide manufacturing feedback, and inspect hardware quality.
Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.
We are looking for a Senior Vehicle Integration Engineer experienced in new product and system-level integration work. The role will work closely with the rest of the hardware, systems, and manufacturing organizations to facilitate new platform development and continuous improvement of our existing fleet.
In this role, you will:
- Own the integration, troubleshooting and build events for sensors, compute, actuation, and vehicle systems
- Coordinate and execute builds with cross functional teams (ME, EE, Mfg, and Vehicle Operations)
- Provide Design-For-Manufacturing and Serviceability feedback for low to mid-volume manufacturing processes.
- Inspect hardware quality at various levels, and resolve manufacturing/build issues
- Collaborate with the larger hardware team to develop vehicle and subsystem BOM’s.
- Drive build and system documentation creation such as drawings, schematics, and build instructions, and incoming hardware quality tests/checks.
What you'll bring:
- Strong technical background. BS or MS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 6+ years of experience in the autonomous vehicle, automotive, or related industry.
- Strong system analysis and problem solving skills; understanding and debugging complex systems is exciting for you.
- Hands on. You are just as comfortable with a wrench as a keyboard. You are confident with automotive electronics and are familiar with communication protocols and tools such as Ethernet, CAN.
- Experience with scripting and data analysis languages such as Python or Matlab.
- Understanding of Linux based systems and computer networking
- CAD experience with packages such as SolidWorks
- A team leader. Whether formally or informally, you have previously played the lead role on several projects. You take ownership and drive the team to deliver exceptional results
- Great communicator. You have experience writing clear, concise, and detailed documentation. You are skilled in leading and participating in cross-functional design reviews.
- Proven ability to drive testing through development, execution, analysis, corrective actions, and final report outs. You have experienced product development in all of its stages and are comfortable in the earlier stages – moving from zero to one.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
- Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
- Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies
- Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA
- Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
- Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
- Fidelity 401(k)
- Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
- Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)
The annual salary range for this full-time position in California is $175,000-$220,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Please note that the compensation details listed above are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
Top Skills
AI
Automotive Electronics
Cad
Can
Ethernet
Hardware Integration
Linux
Matlab
Python
Sensors
Solidworks
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