About this opportunity
PlusAI, Inc. lists this Senior Mechanical Engineer opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Hardware Engineering Vehicle Integration
Senior Mechanical Engineer
PlusAI is a Physical AI company pioneering AI‑based virtual driver software for factory‑built autonomous trucks. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with operations in the United States and Europe, Plus was named by Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Partners including TRATON GROUP’s Scania, MAN, and International brands, Hyundai Motor Company, Iveco Group, Bosch, and DSV are working with Plus to accelerate the deployment of next‑generation autonomous trucks. If you’re ready to make a huge impact and drive the future of autonomy, Plus is looking for talented individuals to join its fast‑growing teams.
This role will be part of the hardware team which is responsible for design and development of new platforms and maintenance of the existing platforms.
Responsibilities
Define HW architecture for integration into OEM vehicles
Define and Design mechanical and thermal hardware solutions
Design cosmetic covers and finishes for the autonomous vehicles
Work with OEM and partners to get buy in on final designs and integration plans
Help build and improve new and current designs
Work with cross functional teams to define product requirements
Ensure that your work is performed in accordance with the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
Ensure team compliance with QMS, monitor quality, and drive process improvements.
Required Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
5+ years of hands‑on, detailed product design experience
Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, Unigraphics
Experience working with surfacing tools on CAD tools
GD&T knowledge and experience releasing 2D drawings
Experience with vendor FAI/CPK dimensional reports
Practical experience working through DFM challenges with external vendors
Pdmlink/ Arena knowledge and experience a plus
Preferred Skills
Extensive experience using CAD, product design, managing requirements, tracking and resolving issues and resolutions.
Ability to work cross functionally with other departments to achieve product goals.
Demonstrated hands‑on mechanical and manufacturing process experience and engineering development.
Experience with FEA tools and understanding of vibration, fatigue and solid mechanics
First‑principles physics understanding of multiple engineering disciplines such as: heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and electrical fundamentals.
Ability to travel.
Work, learn and grow in a highly future‑oriented, innovative and dynamic field.
Wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development.
Catered free lunch, unlimited snacks and beverages.
Highly competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k) plan.
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