Vehicle Reliability, Intern

• On-site role at Nuro HQ in Mountain View, CA, and at our San Jose vehicle modification facility. • Opportunity to work alongside the AV Hardware Engineering team and cross-functional departments. • Support reliability test planning, setup, execution, and documentation for AV hardware systems, including sensors, compute hardware, and vehicle-integrated components. • Assist with CAD design of sensor integration components, test fixtures, fit-check parts, and related hardware using NX and Teamcenter. • Support prototype development and fabrication of structural and appearance components, testing jigs, fixtures, and fit-check parts using 3D printers and in-house fabrication tools. • Build, modify, and maintain hands-on test setups, prototype assemblies, and validation hardware used for development and reliability testing. • Collect, organize, and analyze test data to support issue investigation, design improvements, and validation decisions. • Support failure investigations by documenting test conditions, hardware observations, and failure results, and assist with structured root-cause analysis. • Contribute to a self-directed research or design project aimed at advancing hardware reliability, testing methods, or validation workflows. • Work closely with mechanical, electrical, systems, and operations teams to troubleshoot issues and improve hardware robustness.

• Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline. • Demonstrated hands-on proficiency in the design, assembly, debugging, and testing of electrical or electromechanical systems through prior internships, research, or projects. • Familiarity with lab and prototyping environments, including the development of test setups, fixtures, and the use of electrical fabrication tools. • Competency with bench-level measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and DAQs. • Fundamental knowledge of electrical hardware integration, encompassing power distribution, signal integrity, connectors, and cable harnessing. • Understanding of reliability principles, including environmental stressors, component derating, and common failure modes in complex hardware. • Exposure to validation and reliability testing, such as thermal cycling, vibration, shock, and ingress protection (IP) verification. • Ability to document test methodologies, results, and technical observations in a clear, structured, and actionable manner. • Experience leveraging Python, MATLAB, or JMP for data analysis, automation, or test scripting. • Exceptional problem-solving abilities with strong communication skills and a high degree of technical ownership.