Senior / Staff EDS Engineer

Waabi, founded by AI pioneer and visionary Raquel Urtasun, is an AI company building the next generation of self-driving technology. With a world class team and an innovative approach that unleashes the power of AI to “drive” safely in the real world, Waabi is bringing the promise of self-driving closer to commercialization than ever before. Waabi is backed by best-in-class investors across the technology, logistics and the Canadian innovation ecosystem.

With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, Dallas, and Pittsburgh, Waabi is growing quickly and looking for diverse, innovative and collaborative candidates who want to impact the world in a positive way. To learn more visit: www.waabi.ai

You will...

• Be part of a team of multidisciplinary Engineers and Research Scientists using an AI-first approach to enable safe self-driving at scale.
• Lead the design and development of automotive-grade electrical distribution systems, including wire harnesses, connectors, load analysis, pin outs and vehicle networks.
• Develop complex 3D CAD assemblies that integrate COTS and proprietary hardware across diverse vehicle zones.
• Tailor integration strategies for various vehicle platforms (passenger cars to heavy-duty trucks) while adhering to specific technical requirements.
• Deliver production-ready 2D and 3D CAD packages, applying GD&T and detailed specifications to ensure precision fabrication. Includes development and upkeep of device transmittals.
• Utilize deep knowledge of injection molding, machining, sheet metal, and casting to optimize part design for manufacturability.
• Oversee technical implementation from initial prototyping through final vehicle launch, collaborating with build technicians to validate hardware performance.
• Resolve complex electromechanical interface issues between proprietary technology and OEM platforms through rigorous diagnostics.
• Manage end-to-end subsystem details, including BOMs and mass roll-ups, while ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering disciplines.
• 5 years of automotive or aerospace harness assembly design and release experience.
• Experience with electrical harness and routing CAD design in the automotive, autonomous vehicle industry or equivalent.
• Experience / understanding with harness sub-components, rapid proto-harnessing sub-assembly, and form-board production assembly processes.
• Hands-on experience and willingness to build rapid-prototypes, including supporting the procurement of necessary components.
• Effective ability to package harness in 3D virtual environment, understanding. non-compliant ergonomics, tach-times, and vehicle assembly sequencing.
• Experience packaging harnesses with consideration of communication protocol circuits (ex: CAN/LIN/Base T-1000/video, lighting signals, etc.).
• Industry standard knowledge of design verification testing required for various Harness Assemblies.
• Strong 2D CAD experience and proficiency with Zuken, Capital, MentorGraphics, Arcadia, or etc.
• Ability to interface with connector, PDC, vehicle architecture and systems engineers to manage all electrical aspects of wiring design.
• Proficient in Google Workspace (formerly Google Suite).
• Open-minded and collaborative team player with the willingness to help others.
• Passionate about self-driving technologies, solving hard problems, and creating innovative solutions.
  
  

The US yearly salary range for this role is: $155,000 - $230,000 USD in addition to competitive perks & benefits. Waabi US Inc.’s yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company’s compensation practices. Note: The Company provides additional compensation for employees in this role, including equity incentive awards and an annual performance bonus.

Perks/Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and equity awards.
• Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (for full-time employees only).
• Unlimited Vacation.
• Flexible hours and Work from Home support.
• Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office).
• Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events both on-site, off-site & virtually.
• As we grow, this list continues to evolve!
  
  

Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. Join our talented team to be a part of the future and to make an impact!

Waabi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all our employees. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, caregiver status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We make workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please let our recruiting team know.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.