Reliability Validation Engineer - Hardware

DoorDash; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative team within a leading logistics company is seeking a Reliability Validation Engineer to enhance autonomous delivery robots. This role involves working closely with robotics hardware teams to conduct rigorous testing and validation of robot performance in diverse environments. You will play a pivotal role in improving reliability and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues. If you are passionate about robotics and eager to contribute to cutting-edge technology that impacts millions, this opportunity is designed for you. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and innovation, and make a significant impact in the world of autonomous delivery solutions.

Benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Wellness benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Disability and life insurance

Family-forming assistance

Commuter benefit match

Mental health program

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years in automotive or mechatronics engineering testing & validation.
• Hands-on experience with CAN bus and environmental testing.

Responsibilities

• Validate the performance of autonomous delivery robots across various environments.
• Lead test reviews and report on test program progress.

Skills

Robotics Engineering

Automotive Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Testing & Validation

Project Management

Environmental Testing

CAN Bus

Network Analysis

Education

B.S. in Engineering

M.S. in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

Data Logging Tools

Network Analysis Tools

Job description

Reliability Validation Engineer - Hardware

DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash. We are working on building autonomous delivery robots from the ground-up and other automation solutions as part of DoorDash's core delivery platform. If you have a passion for applying AI and robotics solutions in a service used by millions of people, then we want to talk to you!

About the Role

As a Validation Engineer at DoorDash Labs you will play a critical role in verification and validation of our next-generation autonomous delivery robots.

You will report to the Lead of our Systems Engineering team based in San Francisco. This role may be located remotely, but should be prepared for up to 50% travel to test sites in California, Arizona, Michigan, and Ohio.

You're excited about this opportunity because you will…

• Be part of an exciting effort to develop and manufacture an autonomous delivery robot
• Work with our robotics hardware team to develop and execute engineering tests
• Validate the electrical, mechanical, thermal, safety, and sensing performance of the robot across a challenging breadth of environments
• Improve robot reliability through rigorous testing and troubleshooting efforts
• Work with leaders and engineers across DevOps, Software, Firmware, Controls, AI and Ops to plan, track, follow up and resolve issues
• Lead test reviews and report out on test program progress

We're excited about you because…

• B.S., M.S., or PhD. in engineering, e.g. robotics, mechanical, electrical or computer science
• 8+ years of industry experience working in automotive or mechatronics engineering testing & validation
• Hands-on experience with CAN bus, Ethernet data logging & network analysis tools
• Experience with environmental testing such as thermal, shock, and ingress testing
• A track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects and programs
• A working understanding of vehicle mechanicals and electronics
• An interest in or working knowledge of autonomous vehicle perception systems

Compensation

The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the pay range listed below and is determined based on job-related factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to an employee’s work location. Ranges are market-dependent and may be modified in the future.

In addition to base salary, the compensation for this role includes opportunities for equity grants. Talk to your recruiter for more information.

DoorDash cares about you and your overall well-being. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all regular employees that includes a 401(k) plan with an employer match, paid time off, paid parental leave, wellness benefits, and several paid holidays.

Additionally, for full-time employees, DoorDash offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and basic life insurance, family-forming assistance, a commuter benefit match, and a mental health program, among others.

The base pay for this position ranges from our lowest geographical market up to our highest geographical market within the United States.

$134,000 — $197,000 USD

About DoorDash

At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate in order to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users—from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers. We are a technology and logistics company that started with door-to-door delivery, and we are looking for team members who can help us go from a company that is known for delivering food to a company that people turn to for any and all goods.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.

Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.