Kodiak
Overview
Kodiak Robotics, Inc. is a leader in autonomous ground transportation focused on a safer and more efficient future. We develop an AI-powered technology stack for commercial trucking and the public sector and operate autonomous freight services in the southern United States. Kodiak announced delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer in 2024 and is advancing autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense. Role
Mechanical Engineer, Mountain View, CA. The successful candidate will be responsible for product-level design and validation of electrical wire harnesses critical to the operation of our autonomous vehicles. The role works across mechanical, electrical, and integration engineering teams to build safe, reliable systems. In this role, you will
Design automotive wire harnesses and busbars using mechanical CAD software (SolidWorks) Be responsible for wire routing paths, lengths, strain relief features, and connector selection Create drawings and BOMs Release design documents to manufacturing through PLM software (Arena) Create content for work instructions, such as CAD graphics Collaborate with electrical engineers on wire harness design Incorporate design principles for EMI, grounding, tolerancing, clearance, and functionality trade-offs Participate in first article builds at Kodiak locations and contract manufacturers Travel to various locations within the USA Validate designs through builds and verification testing What you’ll bring
BS or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering 3+ years experience developing automotive harness systems and routing from concept to production Experience with 3D mechanical CAD (SolidWorks preferred, CATIA, NX, etc) Experience with PDM and PLM (Arena and ePDM preferred, Teamcenter, etc) Familiarity with common harnessing standards such as AS50881, MIL-E-7016, EWIS, MIL-STD-704 Nice-to-have: Experience with harness schematics and diagrams (Capital Harness Designer preferred or similar electrical CAD software) Nice-to-have: Experience designing form-boards and end-of-line test devices 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 Office located in Mountain View, CA Dog-friendly office with free catered lunch, stocked kitchen, and free EV charging Fidelity 401(k) Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including location, experience, training, education, and skill level. Compensation details listed are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Salary range:
$160,000 - $180,000 USD Equal Opportunity and Compliance
Kodiak is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build a diverse, safe, and collaborative environment where harassment is prohibited. We comply with applicable laws and may require additional verification for sensitive roles, including residency, U.S. person status, or citizenship status. If applicable, visa sponsorship may be provided for eligible candidates.
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Kodiak Robotics, Inc. is a leader in autonomous ground transportation focused on a safer and more efficient future. We develop an AI-powered technology stack for commercial trucking and the public sector and operate autonomous freight services in the southern United States. Kodiak announced delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer in 2024 and is advancing autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense. Role
Mechanical Engineer, Mountain View, CA. The successful candidate will be responsible for product-level design and validation of electrical wire harnesses critical to the operation of our autonomous vehicles. The role works across mechanical, electrical, and integration engineering teams to build safe, reliable systems. In this role, you will
Design automotive wire harnesses and busbars using mechanical CAD software (SolidWorks) Be responsible for wire routing paths, lengths, strain relief features, and connector selection Create drawings and BOMs Release design documents to manufacturing through PLM software (Arena) Create content for work instructions, such as CAD graphics Collaborate with electrical engineers on wire harness design Incorporate design principles for EMI, grounding, tolerancing, clearance, and functionality trade-offs Participate in first article builds at Kodiak locations and contract manufacturers Travel to various locations within the USA Validate designs through builds and verification testing What you’ll bring
BS or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering 3+ years experience developing automotive harness systems and routing from concept to production Experience with 3D mechanical CAD (SolidWorks preferred, CATIA, NX, etc) Experience with PDM and PLM (Arena and ePDM preferred, Teamcenter, etc) Familiarity with common harnessing standards such as AS50881, MIL-E-7016, EWIS, MIL-STD-704 Nice-to-have: Experience with harness schematics and diagrams (Capital Harness Designer preferred or similar electrical CAD software) Nice-to-have: Experience designing form-boards and end-of-line test devices 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 Office located in Mountain View, CA Dog-friendly office with free catered lunch, stocked kitchen, and free EV charging Fidelity 401(k) Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including location, experience, training, education, and skill level. Compensation details listed are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Salary range:
$160,000 - $180,000 USD Equal Opportunity and Compliance
Kodiak is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build a diverse, safe, and collaborative environment where harassment is prohibited. We comply with applicable laws and may require additional verification for sensitive roles, including residency, U.S. person status, or citizenship status. If applicable, visa sponsorship may be provided for eligible candidates.
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