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Autonomous Driving Mechanical Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Minimum one year of working experience in data analysis, robotics, programming, or automotive systems KNOWLEDGE * Fundamentals of autonomous driving, robotics, signal processing, and data science

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$87K - $123K/yr

Minimum one year of working experience in data analysis, robotics, programming, or automotive systems KNOWLEDGE * Fundamentals of autonomous driving, robotics, signal processing, and data science

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Springville, UT ยท On-site

$96K - $127K/yr

Experience driving mechanical designs through the full lifecycle, from concept to production ... Mechanical Engineer II Experienced Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Design Engineer #J-18808-Ljbffr

WI ยท On-site

Mechanical Engineer II Wavetronix is seeking an experienced, full-time Mechanical Engineer to drive ... Experience driving mechanical designs through the full lifecycle, from concept to production.

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for autonomous driving mechanical engineer in the United States is $102,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Autonomous Driving Mechanical Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,878 per year, or $49.5 per hour.

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Autonomous Vehicles

South San Francisco, CA โ€ข On-site

AeroVect
Aviationย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

$144K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Who We Are
AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. Our customers include some of the world's largest airlines and ground handling providers. For more information, visit www.aerovect.com.
The Role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll design and integrate mechanical systems that enable autonomous driving on production vehicles. You'll take full ownership of projects, from concept to integration, working hands-on to bring robust, production-ready solutions to life. This is a highly collaborative, fast-paced role where you'll shape the foundation of our upcoming hardware design and integration efforts.
You Will
  • Design and integrate custom mechanical systems for sensors, computing, and autonomous hardware
  • Rapidly prototype, test, and iterate designs to validate performance and manufacturability
  • Lead assembly, validation, and troubleshooting of retrofitted vehicles
  • Collaborate closely with hardware, software, and systems teams to ensure seamless integration
  • Mentor junior engineers and guide design best practices across the team

You Have
  • 4+ years of hands-on mechanical design experience
  • Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar) and strong DFM/DFA knowledge
  • Experience with prototyping, fabrication, and mechanical testing
  • Understanding of structural, thermal, and packaging considerations for vehicle systems
  • Strong ownership mindset, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
  • Excellent collaboration and communication in a fast-moving, startup environment