Senior UAV Motor Design Engineer – Prototyping & Autonomy

Doordashusa; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 109,500 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Paid time off and sick leave

Job summary

Doordashusa is looking for a passionate mechanical engineer to design and develop high-performance electric motors primarily for unmanned aerial vehicles. This role involves significant architectural ownership and collaboration across teams, emphasizing hands-on engineering in a prototype-driven environment.

With a preference for candidates possessing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience, we offer a competitive salary, opportunities for equity grants, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes wellness benefits and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a mechanical engineer.
• Experience designing hardware for outdoor or harsh environments.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, exploratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance electric motors.
• Perform structural and thermal finite element analysis.
• Start-to-finish ownership of motors from concept to production.

Skills

3D modeling (CAD) skills

Experience with dynamic mechanical systems

Hands-on prototyping skills

Knowledge of manufacturability and assembly methods

Self-sufficient with structural and thermal simulation

Education

Mechanical engineering bachelor's degree

Tools

CNC tools

3D printers

Job description

Doordashusa is looking for a passionate mechanical engineer to design and develop high-performance electric motors primarily for unmanned aerial vehicles. This role involves significant architectural ownership and collaboration across teams, emphasizing hands-on engineering in a prototype-driven environment.

With a preference for candidates possessing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience, we offer a competitive salary, opportunities for equity grants, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes wellness benefits and 401(k) matching.