Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Exterior Design (Glazing & Sealing)

About Pebble
Pebble is an electric vehicle startup defining a new way to live, work, and explore from anywhere with a 100% electric, hassle-free RV. Built by a team of experts in both automotive and consumer technology, Pebble combines electrification with cutting-edge automotive design for an RV experience that removes the hassles RV owners have struggled with for decades.

At Pebble, we are building the future of lighter, more flexible living. We see a world where your home can be anywhere you want to take it. Pebble blends the best of what it means to be at home, on the road, and off-grid into something useful and magical. This is a collective effort. Our team is dedicated to creating not just products, but a lifestyle that is truly sustainable.

If the idea of building the future sparks your imagination and intersects with your skills, we’d love to meet you.

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer – Exterior Design (Glazing & Sealing Focus)
Location: Fremont, CA

We are seeking a seasoned Mechanical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team in redefining electric RV living. In this role, you will focus heavily on the design and integration of glazing and sealing systems within the vehicle’s exterior and closure components. You will bring your expertise in materials, manufacturing, and sealing/glazing best practices to deliver weatherproof, durable, and aesthetically integrated solutions that meet the unique demands of mobile living.

This is a hands-on engineering role that will work closely with cross-functional partners to ensure exceptional design quality, performance, and manufacturability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, engineer, and validate glazing as primary and sealing systems as secondary for doors, windows, skylights, and other exterior glazing application such as flip open windows to meet weather sealing, thermal performance, acoustic, and durability requirements.

• Develop and iterate exterior component designs from concept through production, focusing on sealing performance and integration of glazing solutions.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams in structures, manufacturing, design, and supply chain to ensure a seamless interface between glazing, seals, and adjacent components.

• Work with suppliers to select appropriate glazing types, coatings, seals, adhesives, mechanism and installation methods that meet performance targets and manufacturing constraints.

• Utilize FEA, CFD, and other simulation tools to validate structural, thermal, and sealing performance in varied environmental conditions.

• Drive testing and validation of glazing and sealing systems, including leak testing, thermal cycling, and noise/vibration/harshness (NVH) assessments.

• Manage CAD models, drawings, tolerance stacks, and BOMs with a focus on fit, finish, and assembly robustness.

• Keep up to date with industry innovations in glazing materials, sealing techniques, and bonding technologies, bringing fresh ideas to enhance product reliability and comfort.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

• 5–10 years of experience in automotive or consumer product design, with specific experience in glazing, sealing, or closure systems.

• Proficiency in CATIA V5 (minimum requirement); Catia V6 (3DX) is desired.

• Strong understanding of glass and polymeric materials, seal types (bulb, edge, lip, etc.), and bonding methods used in mobile environments.

• Hands-on experience with environmental testing, root cause analysis, and design for sealing robustness.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills across engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams.

• Prior experience in RVs or recreational vehicles is a plus.

Benefits: 

Healthcare, Dental, Vision, 401k, Unlimited Paid Time Off