Mechanical Engineer - Serviceability

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer - Serviceability
Job Type: Contract
Contract Length: 6+ months
Target Start Date: ASAP
Work Location/Structure: Fully Onsite - Foster City, CA

About the Opportunity:

Our client, a leader in autonomous vehicle technology, is looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer - Serviceability to join their team for a 6+ months engagement. This project involves driving the Design for Serviceability (DFS) of their products, performing evaluations of form, fit, function, access, and analysis. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:

This role is focused on the successful completion of specific tasks and deliverables. Your responsibilities will include:

• Partnering with cross-functional teams to drive Serviceability (Design for Serviceability).
• Evaluating part and assembly design, from concept to design to manufacturing introduction for hand clearance, tooling clearance, ergonomics, and feasibility of replacement of all components.
• Developing service part release strategy and maintaining the Service BOM for spare parts planning.
• Working closely with engineering teams to integrate components and electromechanical systems.
• Collaborating with manufacturing engineers on the build of new product iterations.
• Identifying the need for specialized tooling. Guiding the special tooling team for design ideation, and development of the tool.
• Participating in requirements definition as it pertains to service, availability of the product, and reliability.
• Providing comprehensive cost/time modeling that showcases opportunities to drive product change that supports the reduction of cost or complexity of the repair.
• Working with the technical writing team to establish the repair process.

Required Skills & Experience:

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:

• 4-6 years of engineering experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrated successful experience in mechanical engineering within a product design and manufacturing environment.
• Experience designing and developing products through the lifecycle.
• Ability to design for a wide range of fabrication and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with product and process validation.
• Tooling and/or equipment design experience.
• Detail-oriented, including proven documentation skills.
• Strong 3D CAD experience, CATIA a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals.
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise status updates to the project team.