About Ample:

Are you ready to make a global impact? Ample, inc. is a cutting-edge electric vehicle battery swapping company at the forefront of sustainable transportation solutions. Our mission is to accelerate the global transition to clean and efficient mobility by revolutionizing the way EVs are powered. At Ample, we utilize advanced robotics to enable rapid and cost-effective modular battery swapping, making powering your electric car as convenient as a gas station visit. Our passionate team of technologists, designers, and environmental advocates is dedicated to addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our era. Join Ample and be part of our mission to make this accessible to billions of vehicles worldwide.

About the Role:

At Ample, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the world. Our commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation. We value diversity, innovation, and collaboration, and we provide a supportive work environment where your ideas can thrive.

Our team solves complex challenges by combining creative technology design with fast iteration. You will be working with a small, intense, and competent team on cars, robots, and intelligent batteries. As the Resident Engineer at Ample, you will spend a significant percentage of your time on-site at OEM facilities overseeing integration activities of the Ample battery pack into the OEM vehicles and acting as the conduit for facilitating interactions between the Ample engineering team and OEM partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide on-site technical support and troubleshooting related to the integration of the Ample Battery system into OEM vehicles.
• Work closely with the Technical Program Manager, and serve as the technical liaison between the OEM and the engineering, quality, and production teams at Ample.
• Address client queries and concerns promptly and effectively.
• Prepare and present technical reports and documentation to Ample off-site team and OEM.
• Conduct post-installation reviews and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with project teams and OEMs to ensure smooth vehicle integration.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS or higher in Software Engineering or a related field preferred
• Proven experience in engineering roles within the automotive industry.
• Strong understanding of software engineering tools including Linux and Vector, and ability to script using these tools.
• On-site resident engineering experience at an Automotive OEM; must be willing to work at OEM facilities for an extended period.
• HV battery systems experience is a plus
• Detail-oriented and results-driven personality that is motivated by solving complex problems
• Excellent written and verbal skills, able to concisely communicate across the organization
• Background in software and electrical engineering with hands-on experience in automotive projects.
• Able to travel internationally for an extended time - 50% plus travel expectation
• Proficiency in using engineering and project management software tools
• Must have written and verbal fluency in English and Japanese

We are an equal opportunity and E-verified Employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status.