About this opportunity
Horizontal Talent lists this Dimensional Engineer opportunity in foster city, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join a high-impact engineering role focused on defining and driving dimensional accuracy for autonomous vehicle sensor systems across multiple vehicle platforms. This position plays a critical part in ensuring sensor integration supports safe, reliable performance through strong collaboration, technical rigor, and thoughtful cross-functional problem-solving.
Responsibilities
Own dimensional management activities across multiple vehicle programs and sensor integration efforts.
Lead the definition of functional requirements for vehicle builds and sensor-related commodities.
Develop and refine datum schemes, tolerance strategies, and sensor mounting approaches to support stable calibration and assembly.
Perform 1D and 3D dimensional variation analyses to assess design feasibility and identify risk areas.
Review and approve metrology fixture concepts for internal teams and suppliers.
Define measurement strategies and validation points from individual components through full vehicle assembly.
Partner with supplier quality and engineering teams to evaluate capability, address concerns, and support program targets.
Provide clear technical feedback to support vehicle architecture and assembly readiness.
Skills
8 to 10 years of experience in dimensional management, variation analysis, or metrology.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Fixture Design Engineering, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 principles.
Experience creating, reviewing, and improving complex technical drawings.
Hands-on experience with CATIA V6 and 3DEXPERIENCE for model interrogation and reference geometry creation.
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and vehicle assembly sequencing.
Working knowledge of statistical process control, standard deviation, Cp/Cpk, and gauge R&R studies.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical findings clearly across teams.
Preferred Skills
Experience supporting autonomous vehicle, aerospace, or advanced robotics programs.
Familiarity with sensor systems such as LiDAR, radar, and cameras.
Background in supplier collaboration and PPAP-related quality processes.
Experience translating dimensional data into actionable design or architecture recommendations.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent programs.
Horizontal Talent is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique experience, ideas, and strengths to the team.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $67 - $103 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
Who can apply
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