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Joby Aviation · 12 hours ago

Senior Equipment Engineer

Joby Aviation is working to make the dream of a piloted air taxi a reality and is currently in the final stages of certifying their aircraft with the FAA. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Equipment Engineer to lead the design and development of custom automation equipment, diagnose equipment failures, and oversee training and development of employees.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Design and Build Custom Automation Equipment: Lead the design, development, and construction of custom industrial automation equipment to meet specific manufacturing needs
Lead Diagnostics and Root Cause Analysis: Diagnose complex equipment failures, identify root causes, and communicate effective action plans to the team
Expert Training and Development: Serve as an expert-level trainer on all machines within assigned areas and be responsible for training and developing other employees to up-level their skills
Preventative Maintenance Leadership: Develop, implement, and enhance preventative maintenance documents and schedules
Equipment Reliability Projects: Design and execute Equipment Reliability Improvement Projects to enhance operational efficiency
Major Repairs and Rebuilds: Oversee and perform significant equipment repair and rebuilds, ensuring minimal downtime
Spare Part and Inventory Management: Lead spare part analysis, inventory development, and cost reduction initiatives
Preventive Measures Implementation: Investigate and implement countermeasures to prevent repetitive equipment breakdowns
Business Case Development: Develop comprehensive business cases for improvement projects and equipment acquisitions, ensuring alignment with company goals

Qualification

Custom Equipment DesignAdvanced CAD ProficiencyManufacturing Process KnowledgePLC ExperienceMechatronicsPneumaticsControl Panel DesignComposite Materials ExpertiseInjection & Vacuum SystemsHands-on SkillsPrototyping ExperienceProject ExecutionMold & Tooling DesignCuring & Thermal Processing

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Expertise in CATIA or similar 3D CAD software
Extensive experience with rapid prototyping in small to medium volume production
In-depth understanding of relevant manufacturing processes and engineering materials
Comprehensive experience with system designs utilizing mechatronic and pneumatic components
Advanced machine shop skills, including the use of lathes, mills, welders, and other machine shop equipment
Proven track record in executing projects from initial concept development through final commissioning
Extensive experience in machine control panel wiring and design
Knowledge and exposure to industrial Programmable Logic Controllers
Proven experience in designing and building custom industrial automation equipment

Preferred

RTM Process Knowledge – Expertise in resin flow dynamics, injection pressures, curing cycles, and vacuum-assisted molding techniques
Composite Materials Expertise – Deep understanding of fiber reinforcements (carbon, glass, aramid), resin systems (epoxy, polyester, vinyl ester), and core materials
Mold & Tooling Design – Familiarity with mold construction, thermal management strategies, and sealing techniques critical for RTM
Injection & Vacuum Systems – Hands-on experience with resin injection pumps, pressure regulation, vacuum-assisted infusion, and process optimization
Curing & Thermal Processing – Proficiency in controlled curing environments, including ovens, autoclaves, heat blankets, and temperature management techniques

Benefits

Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
A 401(k) plan with a company match
An employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
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Company

Joby Aviation

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Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.

H1B Sponsorship

Joby Aviation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.26B
Key Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2026-01-29Post Ipo Equity· $576M
2026-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $662.4M
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M

Leadership Team

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Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
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Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
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