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Kodiak Robotics

Manufacturing Test Engineer

Posted 12 Days Ago
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7 Locations
Senior level
7 Locations
Senior level
Develop and implement testing systems for components and vehicles, analyze data to improve manufacturing, and collaborate with various teams.
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Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is a leading provider of AI-powered autonomous vehicle technology committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company is developing an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack for driverless commercial trucking applications. Kodiak’s unique modular hardware approach integrates sensors into a streamlined sensor-pod structure that is purpose-built for perception, scalability, and maintainability. The company autonomously delivers freight daily for its commercial customers across the Sun Belt states and for Atlas Energy in the Permian Basin. Kodiak also leverages its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.


Our Mountain View, CA team is looking for a local, or willing to relocate, experienced Manufacturing Test Engineer to lead our test system design and implementation with our external manufacturing partners at both the component and vehicle level. This role will be the founding member of our test team and will have the opportunity to create the vision and strategy for manufacturing test at Kodiak.

In this role, you will:

  • Develop our test systems and method for a range of components including optical, compute and power systems 
  • Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, embedded systems and quality teams to build test requirements, develop a reliable test approach and contribute to root cause analysis 
  • Analyze test data and metrics to help improve manufacturing speed and yield and reduce field failures 
  • Work with the infrastructure team to create data capture and storage requirements for all test results and processes 

What you'll bring:

  • 5+ years of experience in test engineering Including DAQs and other electrical test equipment 
  • Experience with manufacturing a complex product or system 
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate and build a test system from the ground up
  • Experience with Linux based systems 
  • Experience with with Python and/or LabView
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

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 salary range for this full-time position is $175,000-$200,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Actual salary ranges 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, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, 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 U.S. national security statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. These statutes  may impose limitations on Kodiak's capacity to engage specific individuals in particular roles based on various national security-related criteria. Consequently, the eligibility for this position may hinge on Kodiak's verification of a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. In accordance with these statutes , Kodiak may find it necessary to secure a U.S. government export license before disseminating its technologies to specific individuals. Should Kodiak determine that a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate a license, prohibit the candidate from assuming this position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak explicitly retains the right to either assess the candidate for an alternative position 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.

Top Skills

Labview
Linux
Python

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