Mechanical Engineer - Serviceability

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer - Serviceability Job Type: Contract Contract Length: 6+ months Target Start Date: ASAP Work Location/Structure: Fully Onsite - Foster City, CA About the Opportunity Our client, a leader in autonomous vehicle technology, is looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer - Serviceability to join their team for a 6+ months engagement. This project involves driving the Design for Serviceability (DFS) of their products, performing evaluations of form, fit, function, access, and analysis. This is a high-impact role that requires a self‑motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly. Key Responsibilities & Deliverables Partnering with cross‑functional teams to drive Serviceability (Design for Serviceability). Evaluating part and assembly design, from concept to design to manufacturing introduction for hand clearance, tooling clearance, ergonomics, and feasibility of replacement of all components. Developing service part release strategy and maintaining the Service BOM for spare parts planning. Working closely with engineering teams to integrate components and electromechanical systems. Collaborating with manufacturing engineers on the build of new product iterations. Identifying the need for specialized tooling. Guiding the special tooling team for design ideation, and development of the tool. Participating in requirements definition as it pertains to service, availability of the product, and reliability. Providing comprehensive cost/time modeling that showcases opportunities to drive product change that supports the reduction of cost or complexity of the repair. Working with the technical writing team to establish the repair process. Required Skills & Experience 4-6 years of engineering experience in a similar role. Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Demonstrated successful experience in mechanical engineering within a product design and manufacturing environment. Experience designing and developing products through the lifecycle. Ability to design for a wide range of fabrication and manufacturing processes. Experience with product and process validation. Tooling and/or equipment design experience. Detail-oriented, including proven documentation skills. Strong 3D CAD experience, CATIA a plus. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals. Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise status updates to the project team. #J-18808-Ljbffr