Senior Design Release Engineer

About the role

Waev Inc. is an electric mobility OEM founded in 2021 to manufacture, distribute, market, and support the GEM, Taylor‑Dunn and Tiger brands. GEM was the first commercially‑produced, street‑legal low‑speed vehicle in the United States, shuttling people and goods across city centers, residential communities, government campuses, colleges and universities, and other micro‑environments. Founded in 1949, Taylor‑Dunn burden carriers, personnel carriers, and stockchasers provide premium reliability, safety features, and all‑electric efficiency for industrial‑grade applications. Tiger heavy‑duty tow tractors have been towing cargo, baggage, parcel, and other equipment in ground‑support applications since 1981. Waev’s headquarters and factory are located in Anaheim, California.

The Senior Design Release Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and release of mechanical components across Waev’s low‑speed and industrial electric vehicle portfolio, including GEM and Taylor‑Dunn platforms. This role plays a key part in bringing new products to market and improving existing platforms, with ownership spanning concept through production. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment and brings strong technical expertise in mechanical design, CAD, and product development.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop and prototype new components for LSVs (Low Speed Vehicles) and industrial electric vehicles
• Design mechanical components, including structural frames, exterior and interior parts for existing and new generations of LSVs and industrial electric vehicles
• Release mechanical components into the prototyping and production process
• Develop, manage and maintain BOMs, drawings, and engineering specifications
• Develop and manage all documentation of the requirements, designs and validation reports
• Support all engineering validation work to include testing of all systems used in electric vehicles
• Release high‑quality automotive drawings, components and systems
• Provide analysis and troubleshooting of the vehicles throughout the development process
• Provide technical guidance to the engineering teams, technicians and manufacturing workers
• Follow all company processes

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Hands‑on experience in building engineering prototypes
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and analytical skills
• Autodesk Inventor CAD design experience

Skills

• Vehicle development or relevant experience preferred

Working Conditions

• Location: On‑site in Anaheim, CA
• Environment: Fast‑paced office/manufacturing/warehouse environment