Staff Mechanical Engineer, Structures

ALSO
Palo Alto
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)Skills: ["Prototyping","Problem-solving","Team collaboration","Attention to detail","Communication"]

Mechanical engineer focused on drivetrain structure design for high-volume production; leads 3D modeling, drawing packages, and validation activities (DVP&R) while optimizing topology for NVH and structural performance. Collaborates with mechanical, electrical, control, manufacturing, and test teams, supports prototype builds, and coordinates with Tier 1/2 suppliers to bring designs from concept to mass production.

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ALSO
ALSO
6 months ago

Staff Mechanical Engineer, Structures

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Job Summary

Mechanical engineer focused on drivetrain structure design for high-volume production; leads 3D modeling, drawing packages, and validation activities (DVP&R) while optimizing topology for NVH and structural performance. Collaborates with mechanical, electrical, control, manufacturing, and test teams, supports prototype builds, and coordinates with Tier 1/2 suppliers to bring designs from concept to mass production.
Location: Palo Alto
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)

Key Responsibilities

  • •Design and 3D modeling of mechanical components and assemblies including high pressure die casting, gravity casting, injection molded plastics, sheet metal, fasteners, etc.
  • •Create drawing packages and manufacturing instructions for parts and assemblies.
  • •Execute a design verification process and report (DVP&R) to validate requirements.
  • •Topology optimization, blending strength and NVH objectives to help identify necessary ribbing structure within the available package space to meet structural and NVH constraints.
  • •Sealing analysis with expertise in component hyper-elastic analysis

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401k

Key Requirements

  • •Experience with high volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, etc.
Skills:PrototypingProblem-solvingTeam collaborationAttention to detailCommunication
Tech Stack:Catia V5Catia V6ANSYSAbaqusHyperWorksMatlabPythonGD&T

Company Brief

ALSO
ALSO is an electric micromobility company spun out of Rivian that designs small, vertically integrated EVs (e-bikes and multi‑form-factor small vehicles) for consumers and commercial partners, focusing on efficiency, affordability, and integrated connectivity.
Industry: Electric Vehicles
Company Size: Medium (51 to 250 employees)
Growth: Scaleup
Valuation: Unicorn (USD 1B+)
Headquarters: Palo Alto, United States
Founded: 2025
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