Mechanical Development Engineer, Electric Engine - (SJ2026PJ)

Archer; San Jose (CA); Sur place; USD 186 000 - 204 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Archer in San Jose, CA, is seeking a Development Engineer to lead electric engine diagnostics and gearbox design efforts. You will perform teardowns, root-cause analysis, and work across design teams to ensure safety and performance.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 6+ years in gearbox/electric powertrain contexts, with MATLAB modeling and GD&T CAD work. Archer values inclusion and offers a competitive six-figure salary.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a relevant field.
• 6+ years in development, test, or design engineering with gearbox focus.
• At least 1 year of experience with electric powertrains.

Responsabilités

• Lead electric engine diagnostics and analysis.
• Conduct teardowns and root-cause investigations.
• Triagemand resolve critical issues during design/development.
• Prioritize safety and performance concerns.
• Develop teardown protocols and documentation.
• Model and analyze data using MATLAB.
• Create 3D CAD models and GD&T-compliant prints.
• Develop real-time health monitoring systems.
• Define end-of-line test specifications for quality.
• Lead DFMEA and DVP&R activities.
• Validate engine requirements across cycles.
• Lead powertrain optimization studies.
• Collaborate with design, motor, rotor, geartrain and test teams.
• Mentor engineering teams with guidance.

Connaissances

Gearbox design

Electric powertrain experience

Root cause analysis

Formation

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or closely related field

Outils

MATLAB

3D CAD

GD&T

DFMEA

DVP&R

Description du poste

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

What You'll Do

• Lead Electric Engine Diagnostics and Analysis.
• Conduct comprehensive Electric Engine teardowns and root cause investigations using problem-solving methodologies, such as, 8D and 5 whys.
• Serve as the primary technical expert for triaging and resolving critical issues during the design/development cycle.
• Prioritize mission-critical concerns that impact product safety and performance.
• Develop Advanced Systems & Procedures. Create detailed Electric Engine teardown protocols and documentation.
• Complete data analysis, modeling, and optimization using MATLAB.
• Interpret and generate 3D CAD models and 2D engineering prints compliant with GD& T standards.
• Develop real-time health monitoring systems.
• Establish Electric Engine end of-line test specifications that ensure quality and reliability.
• Own field failure analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and execute Electric Engine DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report).
• Validate Electric Engine requirements throughout development cycles.
• Lead powertrain system optimization studies to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Partner daily with Electric Engine design, Motor, Rotor, Geartrain and test teams.
• Provide expert design guidance and mentorship to engineering teams.

Minimum Education Requirement: Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or closely related field.

Minimum Experience Requirement: Development Engineer, Test Engineer, Design Engineer or related job title in which 6 years of experience with gearbox design, analysis, integration, and troubleshooting, including 1 year of experience with electric powertrain, was gained.

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. For this position we are offering $185,869 to $204,455.90per year

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.