Canoo

Senior Exterior Engineer

Canoo • $100K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-year engineering degree or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience in automotive closures
  • Advanced knowledge of EV technology
  • Proven ability to work in a small, focused team
  • Proficiency in Catia 3DX

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of exterior components
  • Initiate cross-functional collaboration for high-quality design
  • Work with studio team to generate A-surfaces that meet DFM requirements
  • Support section development for overall project advancement
  • Mentor junior team members
  • Communicate proactively with stakeholders about issues

Benefits

  • Meaningful work that shapes the future of EVs
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Equity compensation options
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Casual workplace environment with energetic culture
Full Job Description
Job Title

Sr. Exterior Engineer

Job Purpose

As a Sr. Exterior Engineer, you will lead and inspire a highly motivated team of automotive engineers dedicated to bringing quality products to market on time, within budget and with exceptional quality. You will work with internal design engineering, supplier quality, program management and purchasing teams and the chosen external suppliers to ensure a smooth transition from design to physical product.

Responsibilities (80s of the Position)

  • Lead & Develop of Exterior components.
  • Initiate cross-functional development to produce high quality design that meets requirements of the system as a whole.
  • Work with the studio team to provide feedback and generate A-surfaces that meet all DFM requirements while keeping with the theme of the vehicle.
  • Section development for to support development.
  • Mentor less experienced team members.
  • Proactively communicate issues to all other stakeholders


Required Experience

  • 4-year higher education qualifications (engineering or equivalent)
  • 5+ years of hands-on automotive closures experience
  • Advanced knowledge of the automotive landscape, particularly EVs.
  • Ability to work within a small, task focused, creative, agile team.
  • Experience with Catia 3DX.


Travel Requirements

  • Occasional travel may be required.


Physical Requirements for Non-Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here...

  • Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance
  • Equity Compensation
  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy

About Canoo

Canoo is a company that specializes in developing electric vehicles. The company's mission is to create affordable, sustainable transportation solutions that are designed for the modern world. Canoo's vehicles are designed to be modular and customizable, allowing customers to choose the features and functions that best suit their needs. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Torrance, California.
Learn more about Canoo
Size
400 employees
Market Cap
$353 million
Industry
Net Income
-$1.4 million
NASDAQ

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