Sr. Vehicle Dynamics Attribute Engineer

About Canoo

Canoo’s mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production in 2022 and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done. 

The “Canoo Way”

 Canoo’s success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 (“Important versus less important”), Act 30/30 (“Reduce waste and increase output”), and Live 90/10 (“We have each other’s back”). We hire based on “MET” - Mindset, Equipment and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results while being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ), applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, innovate and are at the core of our day-to-day operations.

Overview

The Vehicle Dynamics Attribute Engineer (scope: Ride & Handling, Steering and Brakes) will work with the engineering teams as well as other stakeholders to influence and drive our product designs to achieve the Vehicle Dynamics targets

Responsibilities

• BS in Engineering
• Extensive technical knowledge of Chassis Systems and related Attributes
• Minimum of 5 years of Vehicle Dynamics Attribute management and/or test engineering experience
• Experience working cross functionally with engineering teams
• Proven ability to identify and solve complex problems. Use evidence based rational to support arguments
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to display a high level of maturity, work as a member of a small nimble team, easy to do business with and work in a self-directed manner
• Advanced skillset with MS Excel, MS Project, MS Power Point. Knowledge of Atlassian JIRA and Siemens Polarion. Ability to quickly learn new program management software tools

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering
• Extensive technical knowledge of Chassis Systems and related Attributes
• Minimum of 5 years of Vehicle Dynamics Attribute management and/or test engineering experience
• Experience working cross functionally with engineering teams
• Proven ability to identify and solve complex problems. Use evidence based rational to support arguments
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to display a high level of maturity, work as a member of a small nimble team, easy to do business with and work in a self-directed manner
• Advanced skillset with MS Excel, MS Project, MS Power Point. Knowledge of Atlassian JIRA and Siemens Polarion. Ability to quickly learn new program management software tools

What's Cool About Working Here...

• Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine the 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

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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