Who we are

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.

The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.

At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn.

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Staff Opto-Mechanical Designer.

In this role, you will

Work with a world class R+D/Lidar team.
Work on an FMCW lidar that can see farther and with higher resolution than any major player on the market
Work at a public company who is a leader in AV trucking that has launched NVO vehicles and is expanding their volumes
LIDAR is critical to company success and this position is valued and has high impact

Required Qualifications

BS / MS in Mechanical/Opto-Mechanical Engineering and 7+ yrs of industry experience in Mechanical Engineering with at least 5 years in Opto-Mechanical design
Proficient in CAD design - Catia preferred, not required
Prior experience in 2D drawing creation using GD&T
Prior experience creating mechanical parts that interface with electrical components (PCBAs, Sensors, etc.)
Exposure to component design for high volume manufacturing processes like injection molding, diecasting, and stamping
Exposure to designing for harsh environments including Shock/Vibration and temperature cycling with long term durability
Experience in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of hardware systems
Strong presentation and documentation skills for participating in critical design decisions
Willingness to travel within the US and abroad as required (typically 3-4 times a year)

Desirable Qualifications

Experience with high power, high thermal density, and high speed electronics (for example, server / networking design, avionics design, etc).
Experience designing for mechanical control outlines (MCO) of printed circuit board assemblies
Experience with designing to Automotive standards, like ISO 16750 and similar
Experience going through an automotive PPAP process
Prior experience with High Volume/Contractor Manufacturers, including DFM/DFA, build support, and ECO processes.
Background in electronics module packaging for integrated assemblies
Exposure or participation in DFMEA exercises

The base salary range for this position is $181,000.00-$290,000.00 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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Working at Aurora
At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks.

We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.

Our Careers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom.

Our commitment to safety

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.

Our commitment to inclusion

Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

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Staff Opto-Mechanical Designer

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