Application Guide

How to Apply for Site Autonomy Manager

at May Mobility

🏢 About May Mobility

May Mobility stands out in the autonomous vehicle space by focusing specifically on deploying safe, sustainable, and eco-friendly electric shuttles for real-world public transit and campus mobility solutions, not just developing technology. Their mission-driven approach to transforming urban transportation makes it appealing for those wanting tangible impact. The company operates actual commercial services in multiple cities, offering the rare chance to work on deployed autonomous systems rather than just R&D prototypes.

About This Role

As Site Autonomy Manager at May Mobility, you'll be responsible for the hands-on technical leadership and operational reliability of autonomous vehicle fleets at specific deployment sites, while also supporting other locations. This role directly impacts service uptime and safety by overseeing vehicle maintenance, sensor calibrations, and team training. You'll bridge field operations with company initiatives, making you critical to scaling their real-world autonomous transportation services.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with reviewing fleet performance dashboards from multiple sites, then traveling to a local deployment to oversee sensor recalibrations on several vehicles. You'd spend the afternoon mentoring a Site Autonomy Engineer on preventative maintenance procedures, then join a remote call with another site to troubleshoot a mechanical issue. The day often ends with documenting procedures and preparing training materials for upcoming fleet upgrades.

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🎯 Who May Mobility Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years of experience managing technical operations across multiple physical locations, preferably with autonomous vehicles, robotics, or advanced automotive systems
  • Possesses hands-on technical skills with vehicle electrical/mechanical systems and sensor calibration (like LiDAR, cameras, radar) combined with proven team leadership and training abilities
  • Thrives in fast-paced, multi-site environments and is comfortable traveling up to 30% to provide on-site support and mentorship
  • Demonstrates experience conducting technical interviews and developing training materials for engineering teams

📝 Tips for Applying to May Mobility

1

Highlight specific examples of managing technical operations across multiple sites simultaneously, quantifying impact on uptime or efficiency

2

Detail hands-on experience with vehicle sensor calibration (LiDAR, cameras, IMU) and electrical debugging, not just general automotive knowledge

3

Emphasize any experience with autonomous vehicle deployment or robotics field operations, even if at smaller scale

4

Showcase both technical expertise AND leadership/mentoring experience in your resume - this role requires equal parts of both

5

Research May Mobility's current deployment cities (like Arlington, TX or Grand Rapids, MI) and mention how your multi-site experience aligns with their operational footprint

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your experience managing technical operations across multiple physical locations and how it prepared you for supporting May Mobility's distributed fleet", "Specific examples of hands-on vehicle system debugging, sensor calibration, or preventative maintenance you've performed", 'Your approach to training technical teams and developing engineers, referencing the Site Autonomy Engineer mentorship responsibility', "Why you're drawn to May Mobility's specific mission of deploying autonomous shuttles for public transit rather than just developing AV technology"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → May Mobility's current deployment locations and the specific communities they serve (check their website's 'Where We Ride' section)
  • → Their Toyota partnership and vehicle platform (often Toyota Sienna or Lexus RX vehicles modified for autonomy)
  • → Recent news about their expansion, funding rounds, or new city deployments to understand growth trajectory
  • → Their safety philosophy and how they approach public trust in autonomous vehicles

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your process for prioritizing and managing multiple technical projects across different geographic locations simultaneously
2 Walk through how you would debug an intermittent electrical issue in an autonomous vehicle that's affecting sensor performance
3 How would you train a new Site Autonomy Engineer on LiDAR calibration procedures and safety protocols?
4 Describe a time you had to escalate a critical operational issue to senior management - what made it critical and how did you communicate it?
5 How do you balance hands-on technical work with team leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced environment?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on autonomous vehicle software/AI experience without demonstrating hands-on hardware, electrical, or mechanical skills
  • Presenting as purely a manager without showing willingness to get hands-on with vehicle upfits and sensor calibrations
  • Not addressing the 30% travel requirement or showing discomfort with multi-site support responsibilities

📅 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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