Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We are searching for a Mid-Level Industrial to Senior Designer who enjoys the craft of design and the process of building real products. This role is best suited for someone who is highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and comfortable working through constraints alongside engineers and external partners. 

You will be part of a tight feedback loop—iterating, prototyping, refining user-focused designs and developing integrated solutions that are not just innovative, but reliable and manufacturable at scale.

Working closely with experienced engineering teams and OEM partners, we value practical problem-solving, clear communication, and hands-on engagement. Our environment prioritizes substance grounded in offering the opportunity to deliver meaningful work on products that go beyond concept and into transformative self-driving real-world use.

In this role, you will

• Develop thoughtful user-centric, well-resolved design solutions for self-driving kit vehicle integration and user interactions - Engaged with user researchers and product team experts.
• Communicate ideas through sketching, CAD, and high-quality visual assets to support storytelling and curation of concepts, in collaboration with design and marketing teams.
• Partner closely with engineering and aero partners to balance design intent with performance and feasibility.
• Collaborate with vehicle teams for seamless platform integration including mounting, protection, serviceability, and applying DFM principles in support of scalability.
• Prototype and test designs to validate decisions and identify potential issues early in the process.
• Collaborate with OEM partners and suppliers to align on requirements and maintain practical documentation to support the manufacturing process.

Required Qualifications

• 3–6+ years of experience in industrial, automotive or product design.
• A portfolio demonstrating strong execution and a grasp of the end to end process from discovery through DFM refinement.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, CATIA, Alias, Keyshot or similar) for A-Surface design iteration development and visualization.
• Strong sketching skills used as a thinking tool and high fidelity presentation tool internally and externally.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, CNC, sheet metal, etc.) and experience collaborating with engineers on complex products.

Desirable Qualifications 

• Familiarity with OEM or product design studio development environments and supplier collaboration.
• Exposure to sensor integration, including LiDAR, radar, and cameras.
• A strong curiosity regarding product assembly and a willingness to refine designs based on real-world constraints.
• High ownership, a focus on quality outcomes, and meticulous attention to detail.

The base salary range for this position is $139K-$200K per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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Position Overview

We are seeking a Lead Industrial Designer to drive the design and user experience of our next-generation robotic systems. In this role, you will collaborate with engineering, software, and UX teams to create intuitive, functional, and visually compelling robotic solutions. Your designs will shape human-robot interaction, blending practicality with innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrial design strategy from concept to production.
• Develop and refine concepts through sketches, CAD models, and prototypes.
• Ensure feasibility and manufacturability in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Define materials, finishes, and ergonomics for optimal usability.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to enhance interaction design.
• Align designs with branding for a cohesive product experience.
• Present concepts to stakeholders and leadership.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Industrial Design, Product Design, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial design, with a strong portfolio in robotics, automation, or hardware.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Rhino, etc.) and rendering tools (KeyShot, Blender).
• Experience with human-centered design and ergonomic principles.
• Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing, and production techniques.
• Experience designing robotic systems, consumer electronics, or automation products.
• Familiarity with UI/UX principles for hardware interfaces.
• Knowledge of rapid prototyping (3D printing, CNC machining).
• Understanding of mechanical engineering and hardware collaboration.

Noctrix Health is redefining the treatment of chronic neurological disorders with clinically validated therapeutic wearables. Our team of medical device specialists, neuroscientists, and consumer electronics engineers is dedicated to delivering prescription-grade therapy with an outstanding user experience. We have pioneered the world’s first drug-free wearable therapy, clinically proven to alleviate symptoms in adults with drug-resistant Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). Be part of our mission to transform healthcare, improve lives, and drive meaningful change with Noctrix Health. 

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the architecture, design, and development of electrical systems supporting our next-generation therapeutic wearable devices. In this role, you will drive hardware innovation while ensuring designs meet the highest standards for safety, reliability, and performance within regulated medical device environments. 

The Principal Electrical Engineer will lead full lifecycle hardware development—from concept through manufacturing transfer—while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered products. This role reports to the SVP, Product and plays a critical role in shaping the technical direction of Noctrix Health’s hardware platforms. 

***This is a full-time, hybrid position located in our Pittsburgh office.*** 

Responsibilities: 

• Serve as the technical authority for electrical architecture and hardware design across Noctrix’s therapeutic wearable platforms. 
• Lead hands-on design and development of complex analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits for medical device systems, including schematic capture, PCB layout oversight, and component selection. 
• Architect robust electrical systems that meet the performance, reliability, and safety requirements of prescription medical devices operating in FDA-regulated environments. 
• Drive full lifecycle hardware development—from early concept and feasibility through detailed design, verification, validation, and transfer to manufacturing. 
• Perform and guide detailed electrical engineering analysis including signal integrity, power management design, noise mitigation, and system-level performance optimization. 
• Lead rigorous troubleshooting and root cause investigations for electrical and system-level issues during development, verification testing, and manufacturing. 
• Develop, review, and maintain high-quality design documentation in compliance with medical device quality systems, including design inputs/outputs, risk analysis, verification protocols, and traceability artifacts. 
• Ensure electrical designs support regulatory compliance requirements including IEC 60601 safety, EMC, and applicable medical device standards. 
• Work closely with firmware and systems teams to develop integrated hardware solutions that deliver reliable therapeutic performance and exceptional patient experience. 
• Mentor engineers and contribute to raising the technical depth and engineering rigor of the hardware team. 
• Support manufacturing partners and internal teams in design for manufacturability (DFM), testability (DFT), and scale-up to production. 
• Contribute to the identification and development of new electrical technologies, architectures, and hardware platforms aligned with Noctrix’s long-term product roadmap 

Requirements: 

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline (M.S. preferred) 
• Minimum 15 years of experience designing and developing complex electrical systems, preferably in medical devices or other regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive, industrial safety systems) 
• Deep expertise in analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design, including schematic capture, PCB layout guidance, and component selection 
• Strong proficiency with Altium Designer or similar professional PCB design tools 
• Demonstrated experience architecting and delivering battery-powered embedded systems, including power management, DC-DC conversion, Li-ion battery management, and charging circuitry 
• Experience designing systems using microcontrollers and embedded firmware interfaces, with working knowledge of C-based firmware development 
• Strong understanding of common embedded communication protocols including USB, I²C, SPI, UART, and BLE 
• Experience performing electrical analysis and simulation, including signal integrity, power integrity, and noise mitigation in compact electronic systems 
• Demonstrated experience delivering hardware–software integrated products from early concept through verification, validation, and commercialization 
• Experience working within regulated development environments, including familiarity with FDA design controls, design history files (DHF), and traceable engineering documentation 
• Exceptional hands-on engineering capability, with a proven ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and system-level issues 
• Ability to produce clear, rigorous engineering documentation including design analysis, test reports, verification protocols, and design rationale 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams including firmware, mechanical engineering, product management, clinical, and manufacturing teams 
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both engineering peers and executive leadership 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field 
• Experience developing wearable medical devices or compact battery-powered consumer electronics 
• Experience designing low-power embedded systems for continuous or wearable operation 
• Experience working within medical device quality systems and regulated product development processes (e.g., FDA design controls, ISO 13485) 
• Demonstrated success leading complex hardware programs from early development through commercialization 
• Experience collaborating with contract manufacturers and external development partners during product development and manufacturing scale-up
• Experience designing for and supporting EMC/EMI compliance and testing, including familiarity with IEC 60601, EN 61326, or comparable standards 

Compensation: 

• Base pay: $140,000–$170,000 per year + bonus