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Senior Electro-Mechanical Engineer

Pivotal · Palo Alto, CA · On-site

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About Pivotal

Backed by Kleiner Perkins.

About the role

Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in electrical harness and enclosure design, preferably within the aerospace or automotive industry
  • Proven experience using CATIA is mandatory
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, thermal management techniques, and materials for enclosures and harnesses
  • Experience with simulation tools for thermal and structural analysis, such as ANSYS or similar software
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions under tight constraints
More about this role

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.

Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in 2026.

Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

This is not an active job opening. We’re always interested in connecting with talented professionals as Pivotal continues to grow. By applying, you’re expressing interest in future opportunities with our team. If a position becomes available that aligns with your...

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