At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and integrate mechanical solutions for cutting-edge autonomous vehicles.
- Company: Join Wayve, a leader in innovative automotive technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on innovation and quality.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of autonomous driving.
- Qualifications: 4+ years in mechanical engineering with SolidWorks expertise.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
As a Mechanical Engineer at Wayve, you will design and deliver robust integration solutions for sensors and compute on real-world vehicles, collaborating with top automotive partners. You will take ideas from concept to prototype and manufacture, owning quality and trade-offs. This hands-on role directly influences how our systems are built, tested, and scaled. You will work cross-functionally to enable safer, more capable autonomous driving devices, with a clear impact on product delivery and field readiness.
Responsibilities
- Design and integrate mechanical solutions for sensors and compute across vehicle platforms
- Own mechanical design trade-offs (performance, cost, manufacturability, serviceability) while maintaining high quality
- Develop and build HiLs, test rigs, jigs, and fixtures for validation and integration
- Produce clear 2D drawings, assemblies, and BOMs; apply GD&T for repeatable builds
- Collaborate with supply chain and external suppliers to source and manufacture parts
- Partner with electronics and other engineering teams to integrate compute/sensor architectures
- Create build instructions, inspection checklists, and safety/quality documentation; support knowledge transfer to Fleet and field teams
Key requirements
- 4+ years’ experience in mechanical/design engineering, with a portfolio of relevant work
- Proficiency in SolidWorks (and ideally SolidWorks PDM), including master model development and multi‑part assemblies
- Experience with manufacturing processes (sheet metal, machining, vacuum casting, 3D printing) and design-for-manufacture considerations
- Strong experience designing/building test jigs, rigs, and fixtures; hands-on workshop experience
- Strong 2D drawing and assembly skills, BOM management, and working knowledge of GD&T
- Experience using risk assessment methods such as FMEA/DFMEA
Mechanical Design Engineer in London employer: wayve
Wayve is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented AI engineers in a hybrid environment, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in autonomous driving while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of London. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the field of AI and data science.
