Senior Mechanical Engineer at Cyngyn

Mountain View, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Autonomous Vehicles, Robotics, Industrial AutomationIndustries

Requirements

4~8 years of experience in mechanical engineering, ideally in robotics, automotive, or other complex electromechanical systems
Proven record of taking products from concept through mass production
Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and 3D CAD modeling best practices
Understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups for precision assemblies
Experience with PLM systems (Arena or similar)
Hands-on prototyping and test experience — comfortable assembling and debugging systems in a lab
Analysis skills for simple FMEA & Thermal simulations
Ability to collaborate across disciplines
Excellent problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to design decisions

Responsibilities

Own the mechanical technical specification, design, integration, and release for vehicle systems
Create CAD models, detailed drawings, and specifications for parts and assemblies (SolidWorks)
Drive product development cycles from concept to production, ensuring manufacturability and reliability
Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and design corrective/preventative solutions
Build, assemble, and operate test fixtures for mechanisms — including necessary coding & electrical setups
Characterize sensing systems (encoders, sensors) for bandwidth, latency, and other system parameters to support closed-loop motor control
Develop and execute test plans, analyze results, and drive design improvements based on data
Work closely with electrical, software, and external engineering partners to meet system-level goals for safety, performance, and cost
Serve as design release engineer for systems such as Electronics enclosures, harnesses, and sheet metal assemblies
Own subsystem Bills of Materials (BOM), assembly structures, and documentation within PLM systems (Arena)
Collaborate with program management to plan development schedules, builds, and resolve supply chain challenges

Skills

SolidWorks

CAD

Mechanical Design

Product Development

Prototyping

Testing

Manufacturing

Technical Specifications

Detailed Drawings

FEA

GD&T

Cyngyn

Autonomous vehicle technology for industrial fleets

About Cyngyn

Cyngn focuses on industrial autonomous vehicle technology, offering the Enterprise Autonomy Suite (EAS) that combines self-driving software, hardware, and analytics for industrial fleets. Their technology transforms traditional vehicles into fully autonomous units, enhancing efficiency in manufacturing and warehouse settings. Unlike competitors, Cyngn uses a Robotics as a Service (RaaS) model, allowing clients to access their technology through a subscription, which reduces upfront costs. The company's goal is to lead in industrial automation by providing scalable and efficient solutions that improve operational performance.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$134.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Commuter Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Stock Options

Sabbatical Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Meal Benefits

Risks

Competition from established players like Waymo and Tesla in industrial applications.

Potential supply chain issues with reliance on NVIDIA hardware and software.

Economic downturns could impact the adoption of Cyngn's RaaS model.

Differentiation

Cyngn's Enterprise Autonomy Suite is vehicle agnostic, supporting diverse industrial fleets.

The company offers a Robotics as a Service model, reducing upfront costs for clients.

Cyngn's proprietary computer vision technology enhances autonomous vehicle capabilities.

Upsides

Growing demand for autonomous vehicles due to labor shortages in industrial sectors.

Partnerships with major dealers like Alta Equipment Group expand market reach.

Recent patent for adaptive decision making strengthens Cyngn's technological edge.

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