Robby Sampson Email & Phone Number

Newark, California, United States

Palo Alto, California

Cybertruck Foundation Brakes - Responsible Engineer (2021-2024)Cybertruck Brake System - Lead Engineer (2023-2024)- Architected the hydraulic system design and packaging layout for Cybertruck Foundation Brakes (calipers, rotors). Brought the system from clean sheet design, through concept development and pre-production validation, and into production successfully.- Oversaw pre-production validation and production implementation of Cybertruck Brakes Actuation System (booster, ESP… Show more Cybertruck Foundation Brakes - Responsible Engineer (2021-2024)Cybertruck Brake System - Lead Engineer (2023-2024)- Architected the hydraulic system design and packaging layout for Cybertruck Foundation Brakes (calipers, rotors). Brought the system from clean sheet design, through concept development and pre-production validation, and into production successfully.- Oversaw pre-production validation and production implementation of Cybertruck Brakes Actuation System (booster, ESP, reservoirs).- Responsible for liaising with Vehicle Dynamics and Firmware Integration to ensure the component and system attribute performance met the vehicle level performance targets.- Regularly interfaced with Senior Management to provide problem resolutions, scope proposals, and roadmap updatesModel 3/Y Foundation Brakes - Responsible Engineer (2019-2024)- Responsible for Model Y Foundation Brakes (calipers, rotors) scoping and system layout- Maximized platform commonality between most major components, reducing cost and complexity, and ensuring maximum reliability of the system- Subject matter expert for brake system NVH performance and testing methodologies- Regularly interfaced with cross-functional teams across the organization including Vehicle Engineering, Supply Chain, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, Service, Vehicle and Component Test, Firmware Integration, and Vehicle ProgramsResponsible for developing component and system level design specifications, DVP&R documentation, DFMEA and PFMEA documentationMentored and trained junior engineers and interns, to help accelerate their transition into the Tesla ecosystem, and provide guidance and direction on key projects as appropriate. Show less

Palo Alto, California

Work in a small, multi-disciplinary team on all brake systems components for all vehicle platforms.Oversee the design, validation, and maintenance of all hydraulic distribution components including brake tubes and hoses.Support the design, validation, and maintenance of all actuation and foundation components including ABS module, wheel seed sensors, calipers, rotors, and EPB. Support vehicle manufacturing team to troubleshoot and solve assembly issues and improve assembly… Show more Work in a small, multi-disciplinary team on all brake systems components for all vehicle platforms.Oversee the design, validation, and maintenance of all hydraulic distribution components including brake tubes and hoses.Support the design, validation, and maintenance of all actuation and foundation components including ABS module, wheel seed sensors, calipers, rotors, and EPB. Support vehicle manufacturing team to troubleshoot and solve assembly issues and improve assembly procedures.Support worldwide service team to identify, root cause, and fix customer field issues. Show less

Fremont, Ca

Work in a small, multi-disciplinary team on all brake systems components for all vehicle platforms.Oversee the design, validation, and maintenance of all hydraulic distribution components including brake tubes and hoses.Support the design, validation, and maintenance of all actuation and foundation components including ABS module, wheel seed sensors, calipers, rotors, and EPB. Support vehicle manufacturing team to troubleshoot and solve assembly issues and improve assembly… Show more Work in a small, multi-disciplinary team on all brake systems components for all vehicle platforms.Oversee the design, validation, and maintenance of all hydraulic distribution components including brake tubes and hoses.Support the design, validation, and maintenance of all actuation and foundation components including ABS module, wheel seed sensors, calipers, rotors, and EPB. Support vehicle manufacturing team to troubleshoot and solve assembly issues and improve assembly procedures.Support worldwide service team to identify, root cause, and fix customer field issues. Show less

Fremont, California