Chassis Engineer - Actuators/Foundation Brake

Zoox

2600

Foster City, CA, United States

Posted on: 2025-09-09

Category: emobility

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

Zoox is transforming mobility-as-a-service by developing a fully autonomous, purpose-built fleet designed for AI to drive and humans to enjoy.

Join Zoox and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of autonomous vehicles! We're seeking a talented individual to lead the design and release efforts for components on our innovative brake system. As a member of the chassis team at Zoox, you'll work to meet engineering milestones and collaborate with tier-one suppliers to develop and release foundation brake and hydraulic distribution components. This role encompasses both supplier-led designs and in-house developed build-to-print components. Responsibilities include managing component and system specifications, conducting failure mode and effects analysis, creating 2D and 3D computer-aided drawings and models, overseeing PLM release process documents, planning and executing validation tests, managing suppliers, and maintaining detailed project timelines. Close collaboration with cross-functional groups across Zoox is essential for success in this role. If you're passionate about automotive innovation and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

About Zoox

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note:

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

In this role, you will:

Utilize CATIA V6 to design foundation brakes and hydraulic distribution hardware, ensuring 2D drawings adhere to mass production standards, complete with relevant GD&T.

Develop and maintain thorough technical specifications for the brake system through collaboration with suppliers and internal Zoox teams.

Assess the static, dynamic, structural, and thermal-mechanical performance of mechanical assemblies to optimize functionality.

Lead component testing and characterization efforts, develop test methodologies, and conduct thorough data analysis to aid in root-causing issues.

Partner with suppliers to oversee design management, documentation, and the execution of engineering disciplines to ensure timely component deliveries.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or at least 3 years of equivalent engineering experience

Experience designing stamped, cast, machined, and/or plastic injection molded components for mass production.

Familiarity with CATIA V6 for modeling and drawing creation and package verification.

Experience with foundation brake and hydraulic distribution hardware designs & validation methods

Experience interfacing/managing suppliers through the product development life cycle.

Knowledge of automotive program development, release processes, and long-term schedule planning

Bonus Qualifications

Experience at automotive OEM or significant Tier 1

Polarion, Jira, and Confluence experience.

Simulink software proficiency and hydraulic system modeling

Some experience in vehicle engineering, chassis systems design, and component delivery

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