We are seeking qualified engineers and scientists who share our passion for design, prototyping, analysis, and hands-on experience with vehicles and robots of any kind. All degree levels – BS, MS, and PhD – are welcome to apply.
Above all, we are seeking candidates with a passion for building, hacking, tinkering, and outside-the-box thinking. We like creating!
Your résumé/CV should include details about your education, relevant work experiences, published work, and two references (name and email address).
Engineering applicants should include a portfolio of relevant design work. This portfolio can include pictures and brief descriptions, CAD drawings, wiring diagrams, block diagrams, photographs, video, or any other media that effectively communicate your experience in mechanical, electrical, or software design. Be sure to specifically note your contributions if part of a larger project.
Vehicle Dynamics / Control Engineer
We are seeking highly qualified candidates who live at the intersection of mechanical and electrical design, with specific domain knowledge in vehicles. Experience with any vehicle – air, land, underwater – is required. Candidates should have proficiency in vehicle modeling, analysis in high-level tools such as Matlab, as well as lower level programming experience.
Required
Vehicle dynamics (aerial, land, underwater)
Linear and nonlinear control systems design and analysis
Experience in signal processing, estimation, and linear algebra
Matlab, C/C++
Recommended
Knowledge of tire-road interaction
Advanced control techniques: MPC, robust control
Programming of embedded controllers
DC/AC motor control
Embedded Systems Engineer
We are seeking an embedded systems engineer who also has experience in control applications and vehicle application. The position will involve selection and programming of various microcontrollers necessary for the operation of our vehicles. The candidate should have keen knowledge of the available off-the-shelf embedded platforms, processors, and real-time operating systems.
Required
Embedded system programming (ARM, etc.)
RTOS programming
Experience integrating sensor I/O
Recommended
Embedded systems for vehicles or control systems
Digital signal processing
Hands-on skills: PCB design, wire harnesses, etc.
Electrical Engineer / Technician
An electrical engineer with a strong foundation in electrical system design, PCB design, and system integration. Must be comfortable working in a hands-on environment where rapid design and validation are implemented.
Required
PCB layout, wiring, debugging, etc.
Power electronics, particularly motors and controllers
Interpreting sensor data (IMU, acoustic, laser, etc.)
Communicating with sensors and actuators (serial, CAN, etc.)
Recommended
Matlab, C/C++
Background in vehicles or robotics
Controls systems and mechatronics experience
Digital signal processing
Embedded computers and FPGA programming
Degree
BS, MS.
Work Experience
2-5 years.
Mechanical Engineer / Technician
We are seeking a mechanical engineer who is highly organized and motivated, with superb hands-on skills. This role will include supporting all engineering endeavors, interacting with contract manufacturers, organizing the lab space, and being aware of all ongoing mechanical projects.
Required
Machining / manufacturing experience
CAD
Lab organization
Rapid prototyping of fixtures, mechanisms, and other devices
Recommended
Experience running labs and organizing interns
Advanced machining and CNC experience
General Mechanical / Electrical Engineer
We are looking for talented engineers at the beginning of their career and looking to contribute to our company. While specific knowledge of vehicles is not required, we give strong preference to those who show an interest in vehicles and dynamics (Formula SAE or similar a plus).
Above all, applicants should take pride in their work and be able to work independently to find solutions to problems that may be outside their immediate domain of knowledge.
Degree
BS
Office Manager
We are seeking an individual with broad skills and interests in our office. Responsibilities will include managing internal finances (payroll, etc.) and bookkeeping, daily office operations, investor relations, scheduling, and managing a team of highly passionate individuals.
If you want to be part of an extremely motivated team who are creating the future of transportation, this is the job for you.
Required
Unflappable positive mental attitude and sunny disposition
The utmost in organization
Natural leader, go-getter, and all-around initiative taker
Comfortable with multiple concurrent projects on different time frames
A master of productivity: scheduling, logistics, problem solving, etc.
Recommended
Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams
Basic accounting: payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc.
Interest in organizing groups of high-profile people
Work Experience
2+ years
Body / Chassis Design Engineer
We’re looking for a design engineer to focus on body and chassis structures. Experience with the analysis of monocoque and/or body-on-frame specific to two- and four-wheeled vehicles required. Key responsibilities will include leading development of a robust body structure and subchassis, including subsystems and structural elements. Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary, fast-moving team required.
Required
Matlab + CAD/CAM proficiency
Statics and dynamics analysis
Experience with DFM and automotive manufacturing
Recommended
Background in vehicles and motorcycles
Experience with controls systems / mechatronics
Formal structural analysis tools (FEA, etc.)
Suspension Integration Engineer
We are looking for a design engineer with experience in suspension and steering systems for two-wheeled vehicles. Experience with hub motors and center hub steering required. Key responsibilities will include defining a robust concept for a complex integrated steering, suspension, and drive system for a front wheel.
Required
Matlab + CAD/CAM proficiency
Statics and dynamics analysis
Experience with DFM and automotive manufacturing
Recommended
Background in vehicles and motorcycles
Experience with controls systems / mechatronics
Formal structural analysis tools (FEA, etc.)
ICEM Surf Design Engineer
We are seeking a seasoned modeller with extensive experience in surface modeling leading to production. Experience with Class A modeling required. Key responsibilities will include generating surface data to be used by machine tools to produce three-dimensional assets. Must have received training in Engineering / Design with at least one year work experience using Alias Automotive software. Knowledge of other Autodesk software or Catia is strongly desired.
Required
Proficient in Class A quality surface generation
Proficient in surfacing and modeling refinement
Ability to work cooperatively with teams of designers and engineers
Experience with DFM and automotive manufacturing
Recommended
Experience with Autodesk Inventor
Engineering Intern
We routinely hire interns who are currently enrolled in university or have an interest in vehicles, fabrication, or manufacturing. Interns should meet all requirements listed above for general engineers (minus degree of course) and should submit a portfolio of their relevant work to date.