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 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 an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to expand the Manufacturing groups electrical expertise. This role will be a key member of our Mountain View Manufacturing team and play an integral part in landing electrical automotive harness and PCB/A strategies as we scale.
In this role you will:
Work closely with the design and integration team in establishing electrical/electromechanical manufacturing best practices
Own and manage electrical issues related to manufacturing
Own our automotive harness manufacturing supply base and strive for excellence in manufacturing and quality
Work with the manufacturing test team and collaborate on test equipment specification and build out
Collaborate with electrical design in vehicle harness routing assembly and testing strategies
Cooperate with CM and Kodiak Quality department to ensure that traceability and quality requirements are understood and respected from manufacturing perspective
What youll bring:
Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing preferably in regulated industries
Experience with automotive aerospace autonomous vehicles or heavy industry electrical harness manufacturing and assembly
Factory experience and Design For Manufacturing experience is a plus
Ability to identify root cause and lead solutions for issues found on the line and in the field
Ability to manage multiple components and product lines
Experience launching and stabilizing manufacturing facilities
Strong communication and organizational skills
What we offer:
Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses
Excellent Medical Dental and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente Cigna and MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
Flexible PTO 10 paid holidays 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 through Cigna Calm through Kaiser One Medical Gympass Spring Health through Cigna Rula (mental health navigation)
Fidelity 401(k)
Commuter FSA Dependent Care FSA HSA
Various incentive programs (referral bonuses patent bonuses etc.)
The pay range listed below reflects the base salaryin our SF/Silicon Valley locationacross several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location experience relevant training education skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay equity bonus and a competitive benefits package
California Pay Range
$176000 - $195000 USD
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 candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status. Should the position require and Kodiak determines that a candidates 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 Kodiaks sole discretion or as an alternative opt not to proceed with the candidates application. If applicable Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
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....
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 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 an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to expand the Manufacturing groups electrical expertise. This role will be a key member of our Mountain View Manufacturing team and play an integral part in landing electrical automotive harness and PCB/A strategies as we scale.
In this role you will:
Work closely with the design and integration team in establishing electrical/electromechanical manufacturing best practices
Own and manage electrical issues related to manufacturing
Own our automotive harness manufacturing supply base and strive for excellence in manufacturing and quality
Work with the manufacturing test team and collaborate on test equipment specification and build out
Collaborate with electrical design in vehicle harness routing assembly and testing strategies
Cooperate with CM and Kodiak Quality department to ensure that traceability and quality requirements are understood and respected from manufacturing perspective
What youll bring:
Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing preferably in regulated industries
Experience with automotive aerospace autonomous vehicles or heavy industry electrical harness manufacturing and assembly
Factory experience and Design For Manufacturing experience is a plus
Ability to identify root cause and lead solutions for issues found on the line and in the field
Ability to manage multiple components and product lines
Experience launching and stabilizing manufacturing facilities
Strong communication and organizational skills
What we offer:
Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses
Excellent Medical Dental and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente Cigna and MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
Flexible PTO 10 paid holidays 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 through Cigna Calm through Kaiser One Medical Gympass Spring Health through Cigna Rula (mental health navigation)
Fidelity 401(k)
Commuter FSA Dependent Care FSA HSA
Various incentive programs (referral bonuses patent bonuses etc.)
The pay range listed below reflects the base salaryin our SF/Silicon Valley locationacross several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location experience relevant training education skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay equity bonus and a competitive benefits package
California Pay Range
$176000 - $195000 USD
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 candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status. Should the position require and Kodiak determines that a candidates 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 Kodiaks sole discretion or as an alternative opt not to proceed with the candidates application. If applicable Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
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