Job description

Kodiak AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: KDK), founded in 2018, is a leader in Physical AI, developing driverless technology that powers machines that move. Its Kodiak Driver is a vehicle-agnostic autonomous driving system that combines AI-powered software with modular hardware. Today it operates in long-haul trucking, industrial trucking, and defense. In 2024, Kodiak launched commercial Driver-as-a-Service operations with no one in the cab, and plans to launch driverless long-haul service between Dallas and Houston by the end of 2026. Kodiak has partnered with many of the biggest names in freight, including Bosch for scaled hardware production, AWS, and leading customers including Atlas Energy Solutions, IKEA, Bridgestone, Werner Enterprises, C.R. England, Roehl Transport, and General Dynamics Land Systems. We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Harness Engineer to join our team in Mountain View, CA. The successful candidate will be responsible for product-level design and validation of electrical wire harnesses that are critical to the operation of our autonomous vehicles. The role will work collaboratively across mechanical, electrical, and integration engineering teams to build safe, reliable systems. In this role, you will: Design automotive wire harnesses and busbars using mechanical CAD software (SolidWorks) Be responsible for wire routing paths, lengths, strain relief features, and connector selection Create drawings and BOMs Release design documents to manufacturing through PLM software (Arena) Create content for work instructions, such as CAD graphics Collaborate with electrical engineers on wire harness design Incorporate design principles for EMI, grounding, tolerancing, clearance, and functionality trade-offs Participate in first article builds at Kodiak locations and contract manufacturers including travel to various locations within USA Validate designs through builds and verification testing Ensure high-level correlation between virtual 3D models and physical harness dimensions What you’ll bring: BS or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 3+ years' experience developing automotive harness systems and routing from concept to production Experience with 3D mechanical CAD (SolidWorks preferred, CATIA, NX, etc) Experience with PDM and PLM (Arena and ePDM preferred, Teamcenter, etc) Familiarity with common harnessing standards such as AS50881, MIL-E-7016, EWIS, MIL-STD-704 Proficiency in translating electrical schematics into precise cable routing and endpoint mapping and background in managing complex 3D harness assembly hierarchies Procure CAD components and curate comprehensive electrical part libraries Nice-to-have: Experience with harness schematics and diagrams (Capital Harness Designer preferred or similar electrical CAD software) and experience designing form-boards and end-of-line test devices What we offer: Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits) Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health Fidelity 401(k) Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.) The pay range listed below reflects the base salary in our SF/Silicon Valley location, across several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location, experience, relevant training, education, skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay, equity, bonus and a competitive benefits package California Pay Range $165,000 — $195,000 USD At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates. We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here]( endorsed.com ). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact careers@kodiak.ai with "Separate Review Request" in the email subject line.

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Must-haves

Design automotive wire harnesses and busbars using mechanical CAD software (SolidWorks)
Be responsible for wire routing paths, lengths, strain relief features, and connector selection
Create drawings and BOMs
Release design documents to manufacturing through PLM software (Arena)
Create content for work instructions, such as CAD graphics
Collaborate with electrical engineers on wire harness design
Incorporate design principles for EMI, grounding, tolerancing, clearance, and functionality trade-offs
Participate in first article builds at Kodiak locations and contract manufacturers including travel to various locations within USA
Validate designs through builds and verification testing
Ensure high-level correlation between virtual 3D models and physical harness dimensions
BS or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 3+ years' experience developing automotive harness systems and routing from concept to production
Familiarity with common harnessing standards such as AS50881, MIL-E-7016, EWIS, MIL-STD-704
Proficiency in translating electrical schematics into precise cable routing and endpoint mapping and background in managing complex 3D harness assembly hierarchies
Procure CAD components and curate comprehensive electrical part libraries

Nice-to-haves

Experience with 3D mechanical CAD (SolidWorks preferred, CATIA, NX, etc)
Experience with PDM and PLM (Arena and ePDM preferred, Teamcenter, etc)
Nice-to-have: Experience with harness schematics and diagrams (Capital Harness Designer preferred or similar electrical CAD software) and experience designing form-boards and end-of-line test devices

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