At Ouster, we build sensors and tools for engineers, roboticists, and researchers, so they can make the world safer and more efficient. We've transformed LIDAR from an analog device with thousands of components to an elegant digital device powered by one chip-scale laser array and one CMOS sensor. The result is a full range of high-resolution LIDAR sensors that deliver superior imaging at a dramatically lower price. Our advanced sensor hardware and vision algorithms are used in autonomous cars, drones and many other applications. If you're motivated by solving big problems, we're hiring key roles across the company and need your help!
As a Mechanical Engineering intern, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and develop mechanical systems for our advanced LIDAR sensors. This internship will provide hands-on experience in areas such as product design, testing, and integration, allowing you to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with the hardware engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to verify and improve upcoming sensor designs.
• Prototype, test, and debug with cross-functional teams to drive design enhancements.
• Contribute to the development of test requirements, including plans, protocols, and reports.
• Execute tests, collect and analyze data to inform internal design decisions and improvements.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing or possessing a degree (MS, BS) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Practical hands-on work in mechanical design or product development projects.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including machining, injection molding, and 3D printing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative startup-like environment.

$25 - $40 an hour
We acknowledge the confidence gap at Ouster. You do not need to meet all of these
requirements to be the ideal candidate for this role.
At Ouster we offer a range of competitive benefits, as we believe in taking care of our employees in all aspects of their lives. Our newly renovated office, located in the Mission District of San Francisco, is a dog-friendly workplace with a kitchen stocked with snacks, fresh fruit and drinks, and a complimentary dinner catered nightly. Additional perks include 15 vacation days/10 paid holidays annually; paid parental leave; pre-tax commuter or health care/dependent care accounts; 401K match up to 4%; medical, vision and dental plans with premiums covered at 100% for the employee and 75% for dependents (Cigna or Kaiser); life insurance; and short term disability and long term disability. Ouster offers the best benefit options available because we consider the well-being of our employees a top priority.
Ouster is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that pursues and hires a diverse workforce. Ouster does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, military status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. Ouster also strives for a healthy and safe workplace, and prohibits harassment of any kind. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Ouster considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.