Riley Walch
Senior Mechanical Engineer @PlusAI
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Mechanical Engineer @PlusAI
San Francisco, CA, US
Lead mechanical design and integration of on-vehicle compute, lidar, radar, and camera systems for driver assistance (L0–L3) and autonomous vehicle (L4) platforms• Distill product and partner requirements into robust, manufacturable, and well-documented hardware architectures that meet both functional and aesthetic criteria• Validate designs against SAE and ISO standards using virtual product development tools (modal, structural, shock & vibe) and real-world/lab testing• Own the full prototype lifecycle—from initial concept and CAD (SolidWorks) through sourcing, fabrication, and hands-on assembly• Spearhead development of modular, compact, and thermally optimized compute packaging for liquid- and air-cooled components• Resolve DFM challenges with manufacturers in North America and Asia, ensuring high-quality parts and subassemblies are delivered on time• Lead industrial design for robust, serviceable sensor covers, with several projects featured in global press releases• Support team growth through engineering interviews and mentorship
EDUCATION
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - BS, Mechanical Engineering
The Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science
Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT RILEY WALCH
Mechanical engineer passionate about scalable hardware solutions that bring emerging technology into real-world products.
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