Application Guide

How to Apply for Site Autonomy Engineer

at May Mobility

🏢 About May Mobility

May Mobility is a leader in autonomous electric vehicle technology, focusing on safe, sustainable, and eco-friendly transportation. Unlike many AV companies, they deploy shuttles in real-world communities, making their work tangible and impactful. Their commitment to reliability and partnership with public transit agencies offers engineers a chance to see their work directly benefit riders.

About This Role

As a Site Autonomy Engineer, you will be the hands-on technical expert ensuring May Mobility's fleet operates smoothly in the field. You'll coordinate vehicle upfits, debug electrical and mechanical issues, and perform sensor calibrations—critical tasks that directly impact vehicle safety and performance. This role bridges engineering design and real-world operations, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both hands-on work and system-level thinking.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with checking the fleet's health from a Linux terminal, then heading to a deployment site to investigate a sensor alignment issue. You could spend the morning recalibrating LiDAR and cameras, followed by an afternoon updating mapping data based on road changes. You'd document your work in Git and coordinate with remote engineers to implement a minor hardware upgrade on a vehicle.

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🎯 Who May Mobility Is Looking For

  • You have a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and thrive in a hands-on environment, comfortable with both debugging wiring harnesses and reading schematics.
  • You are proficient in Linux and can confidently run commands, manage files, and troubleshoot system issues without a GUI.
  • You have experience with Git (GitHub/GitLab) and understand version control workflows, even if you're not a software developer.
  • You are methodical and detail-oriented, able to follow calibration procedures precisely and document changes thoroughly.

📝 Tips for Applying to May Mobility

1

Highlight any experience with autonomous vehicle sensor suites (LiDAR, cameras, radar) or calibration processes in your resume and cover letter.

2

If you have experience with electric vehicle (EV) systems or high-voltage safety, mention it explicitly as May Mobility uses electric vehicles.

3

Demonstrate your Git skills by linking to a public repository or describing a project where you used version control for hardware/software collaboration.

4

Tailor your resume to emphasize hands-on mechanical and electrical debugging, not just design. Use specific examples like 'repaired wire harnesses' or 'debugged sensor communication issues'.

5

Research May Mobility's deployment locations (e.g., Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Arlington) and mention how your local knowledge or willingness to relocate aligns with their sites.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your ability to work independently in the field, troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems with minimal supervision.', 'Showcase your experience with Linux and Git, explaining how these tools helped you solve a real problem (e.g., automating a calibration script).', "Connect your engineering background to the mission of safe, sustainable transportation—explain why you're passionate about autonomous EVs.", 'Mention any experience with mapping or localization, as the role includes building and maintaining mapping assets.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read about May Mobility's specific vehicle platform (e.g., Polaris GEM or Toyota Sienna Autono-MaaS) to understand their hardware setup.
  • → Look into their safety approach, including how they handle sensor redundancy and failover mechanisms.
  • → Check their recent press releases or news about new deployment sites to show you're up-to-date on company growth.
  • → Review their blog or technical papers on mapping and localization to understand the tools they use (e.g., ROS, CARLA).

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through how you would debug a sensor that is not communicating with the vehicle's Linux computer.
2 Describe a time you had to read a complex electrical schematic to troubleshoot a wiring issue. What was your approach?
3 How do you ensure accuracy when performing sensor calibrations? Can you give an example of a calibration procedure you've done?
4 Tell me about your experience with Git. How do you handle branching and merging when collaborating on hardware-related code?
5 How would you coordinate a vehicle upfit that involves installing new hardware and updating software? Walk me through the steps.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't apply if you're only interested in software development—this role is heavily hands-on with hardware and requires field work.
  • Avoid being vague about your hands-on experience. Use specific terms like 'sensor calibration', 'wire harness repair', or 'Linux command line'.
  • Don't ignore the Git requirement. Even if you're not a developer, show that you have used version control for documentation or hardware configuration files.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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