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NPI Alignment Engineer

Aeva, Inc. · On-site

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Last seen by MeritLog September 12, 2026Source: LeverSource version: lever-postings-v1

MeritLog read this listing from Aeva, Inc.'s Lever job board and last checked it on September 12, 2026.

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Job details

Work model: On-site
Salary: $132,400 - $179,200
Location: Mountain View, CA

Hiring context

How this role compares at Aeva, Inc.

Aeva, Inc. has 43 live roles in MeritLog’s catalog across 6 job families, and 30 of them are in engineering. 35 of those listings publish a pay range, a disclosure rate of 81%.

This role's posted range of $132,400 - $179,200 sits above 29% of the 31 other Aeva, Inc. roles quoted over the same currency and period.

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What the role asks for

What they're asking for

Experience with working in an R&D environment while also meeting deadlines in a production scheduleSkillPreferred
Experience writing scripts in languages like Python, Matlab, Labview, or C++SkillPreferred
Experience analyzing large alignment datasets using software such as Python, R, JMP, or similarSkillPreferred
Strong Solidworks experienceSkillPreferred
Experience designing precision mechanical parts and assembliesSkillPreferred
Be part of a fast paced and dynamic teamSkillPreferred
Very competitive compensation and meaningful stock grantsSkillPreferred
Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and moreSkillPreferred
Unlimited PTO: We care about results, not punching timecardsSkillPreferred

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Job description

About us: Aeva’s mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a broad range of applications from automated driving to industrial robotics, consumer electronics, consumer health, security, and beyond. Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip in a compact module. Aeva 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely detect instant velocity in addition to 3D position, allowing autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make more intelligent and safe decisions. Role Overview: Aeva is seeking to hire a talented and motivated NPI Alignment Engineer to work closely with our design teams and contract manufacturers in developing precision optoelectronic alignment equipment. This person should have in-depth experience in micro-optic assembly techniques and equipment with a heavy emphasis on active alignment. What you will be doing • Development from concept to production release of in-house and outsourced active alignment equipment • Work remotely and on-site with active alignment equipment manufacturers to solve equipment hardware and process related issues • Oversee failure analysis of process and assembly related issues • Source and buy-off active alignment required for production • Provide DFM feedback to the engineering team and own process related design decisions as related to active alignment What will you have • 3-5 years experience developing custom designed optoelectronic active alignment equipment and alignment processes • Hands-on experience developing and debugging active aligner hardware and processes • Hands-on experience creating and modifying alignment sequences in custom equipment GUIs • Experience optimizing processes for cycle time, yield, and performance • A strong understanding and comfort of geometric optics and mechanical alignment hardware • Experience specifying and developing original alignment techniques and algorithms • Experience with automation hardware using precision stages, automated dispensing, and pneumatics • Strong knowledge of epoxies used for active alignment • Years of accumulated knowledge of working with equipment suppliers and contract manufacturers • Excellent project management and communication skills • Willingness for extended international travel Nice to have • Experience with working in an R&D environment while also meeting deadlines in a production schedule • Experience writing scripts in languages like Python, Matlab, Labview, or C++ • Experience analyzing large alignment datasets using software such as Python, R, JMP, or similar • Strong Solidworks experience • Experience designing precision mechanical parts and assemblies What’s in it for you • Be part of a fast paced and dynamic team • Very competitive compensation and meaningful stock grants • Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more • Unlimited PTO: We care about results, not punching timecards Aeva is an Equal Opportunity Employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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