Sustaining Engineer
Join a cutting-edge team dedicated to advancing autonomous mobility solutions. As a Sustaining Engineer, you will play a vital role in maintaining the reliability and operational readiness of our Level 3 Toyota Highlander fleet, supporting testing, mapping, and fleet deployment in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Your expertise will drive end-to-end resolution of vehicle and hardware issues, ensuring maximum fleet uptime and system robustness that directly impacts the future of autonomous transportation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own and deliver sustaining engineering support for the test fleet, managing corrective actions from root cause analysis through successful implementation.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and mechanical system issues across OEM vehicle components and integrated AV hardware.
- Lead design enhancements for Toyota subsystems to improve reliability, durability, and serviceability.
- Develop and execute validation plans, author Engineering Change Requests, and lead fleet trials to verify long-term effectiveness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams — including service, manufacturing, and suppliers — to create scalable, manufacturable, and durable solutions.
- Use fleet data, technician feedback, and reliability metrics like MTBF to prioritize work, validate corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.
Required Skills:
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; MS preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in electrical/mechanical systems within product development, manufacturing, or sustaining environments.
- Proven ability to improve subsystem reliability using root cause analysis, DFMEA, and validation testing.
- Hands-on experience with tools such as Python, SQL, Vector CANalyzer, or Databricks for fleet data analysis and troubleshooting.
- Strong communication, documentation skills, and proficiency with 3D CAD tools like CATIA.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities.
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience with EV architectures, high voltage systems, or autonomous vehicle platforms.
- Background in OEM vehicle development, release processes, or Toyota-specific systems.
- Knowledge of electrical design tools and fleet data visualization solutions.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering disciplines; Master’s degree ideal.
- Extensive hands-on experience in reliability, serviceability, or sustaining engineering within the automotive or high-tech sectors.
Other Requirements:
- Onsite position in Foster City, CA (5 days/week).
- Minimal domestic travel required.
- Supporting a dynamic, high-impact testing and operational fleet environment.
- This role is offered as W2 only.
Bring your expertise to a team revolutionizing transportation, ensuring our autonomous fleet operates at peak performance every mile of the way.
