Actuator Design Engineer
US$200,000 – US$230,000 / yr base salary
Posted 2 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Staff Actuator Design Engineer ”
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- Expected experience
- 8+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$200,000 – US$230,000 / yr |
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Field of studyElectrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's or higher
About ALSO.
We’re ALSO, an electric mobility company originally conceived as a part of Rivian. We’re a passionate team of builders, dreamers, doers and innovators, focused on creating entirely new (not to mention, innovative and delightful) vertically integrated, small EVs designed to meet the global mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our mission is to inspire everyone to ride ALSO—replacing many local car, truck and SUV miles with ones on vehicles that are more affordable, more enjoyable and 10-50x more efficient.
ALSO is looking for a Staff Actuator Design Engineer to design the electromechanical actuators that control critical functions of next generation light electric vehicles, including but not limited to braking and steering systems. You will be a subject matter expert on actuation across our vehicle platforms, shaping how these systems are designed from first concept through production.
What You Will Do
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Design, develop, and test electromechanical actuators and motor-driven mechanisms for light electric vehicle platforms
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Create detailed drawing packages and manufacturing instructions for mechanical parts and assemblies
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Perform 3D modeling of components and assemblies, including die castings, injection-molded plastics, sheet metal, powder metal, and metal injection molding
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Collaborate with electrical engineers to integrate PCBAs, wire harnesses, and electronic systems into mechanical designs
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Collaborate with controls engineers to ensure physical systems support robust control and seamless integration with embedded software
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Coordinate validation efforts with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers
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Develop and execute design verification plans and reports (DVP&R)
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Lead and maintain design failure mode and effects analyses (DFMEAs)
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Prototype and iterate designs using hands-on fabrication and lab testing to validate functionality
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Set actuator design standards and best practices for the engineering team
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Mentor and develop engineers through design reviews, technical guidance, and hands-on collaboration
What You Will Bring
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BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
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8+ years of experience designing electromechanical actuators