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Lead Vehicle Product Design Architecture and Integration

ALSOPalo Alto
On-site Full-time $250K/yr - $291K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, with over 7 years of extensive experience in mechanical design and system integration, particularly with vehicle platforms. Proficient in 3D CAD, particularly CATIA, with expertise in managing complex assemblies and strong knowledge of PLM systems. Demonstrated ability in vehicle sub-system design and a solid understanding of multi-domain trade-offs in vehicle packaging.

About the job

About ALSO.

ALSO is an innovative electric mobility company that originated as part of Rivian. Our dedicated team consists of builders, dreamers, and innovators committed to developing unique, vertically integrated small electric vehicles (EVs) that address today's and tomorrow's global mobility challenges. Our mission is to encourage everyone to choose ALSO as an alternative to traditional vehicles, making transportation more affordable, enjoyable, and 10-50 times more efficient.

Your Responsibilities

  • Oversee the top-level CAD assembly of a lightweight four-wheeled vehicle platform, focusing on occupant packaging, ergonomics, and the integration of essential sub-systems.

  • Leverage a strong technical background in body structures, applying principles of beams, columns, and panels to automotive or motorcycle manufacturing techniques.

  • Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers, as well as industrial design teams, to identify and resolve packaging and interface challenges.

  • Facilitate cross-functional teamwork through design reviews, clash management, and packaging trade-offs, maintaining a holistic view that balances performance, manufacturability, and ergonomics.

  • Lead system integration workflows and timelines, implementing structured and repeatable processes in a dynamic startup environment.

  • Assist in transitioning from prototype to production with well-organized documentation and coordination with manufacturing and supply chain teams.

Your Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

  • 7+ years of experience in mechanical design and system integration, ideally with vehicle platforms such as automotive, ATV, or UTV.

  • Proficiency in 3D CAD (preferably CATIA), with demonstrated ability to manage complex, top-level assemblies, including occupant environments and structural systems.

  • Familiarity with PLM systems and workflows; skilled in defining and managing part structures and release processes.

  • Experience in designing and integrating major vehicle sub-systems while balancing A-class surface requirements.

  • Strong grasp of multi-domain trade-offs in vehicle packaging.

  • Proven track record in leading cross-functional integration efforts, ideally having experience in startup environments.

About ALSO

ALSO, an electric mobility innovator born from Rivian, is on a mission to redefine transportation. By creating unique, efficient small electric vehicles, we aim to inspire a shift away from traditional vehicles. Our dedicated team is driven by passion and innovation, committed to tackling the challenges of mobility in a sustainable manner.

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