Zoox is transforming mobility-as-a-service by developing a fully autonomous, purpose-built fleet designed for AI to drive and humans to enjoy.
The manufacturing engineering team is responsible for assembling, diagnosing, and testing the Zoox vehicles. As the Manager of Equipment Engineering, you will be responsible to lead the team that designs, sources, commissions, ramp-up, and maintains all equipment needed to build and test our vehicles.
Compensation
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $167,000 to $277,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
Vaccine Mandate
Employees working in this position will be required to have received a single dose of the J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine OR have completed the two-dose Pfizer or Moderna vaccine series. In addition, employees will be required to receive a COVID-19 booster vaccine within two months of becoming eligible for the booster vaccine.
Employees will be required to show proof of vaccination status upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment. That offer of employment will be conditioned upon, among other things, an Applicant’s ability to show proof of vaccination status. Please note the Company provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local laws.
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.
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.
Responsibilities
Lead and grow a cross-functional team of engineers with diverse backgrounds in Manufacturing EngineeringLead the design, sourcing, commissioning, ramp-up, and maintenance of all equipment needed to support the current and future vehicle manufacturing needsClearly define expectations for the engineering team which improves overall manufacturing solutionsLeading continuous improvement efforts to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of assembly, diagnostics, and EOL Equipment Develop, implement, and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Partner with vehicle engineering, corporate quality, and supplier quality teams to identify opportunities for performance improvement and escalate to senior management as necessary to achieve successCoordinates and implements new engineering principles, theories, advanced technologies, and conceptsDeliver cost of manufacturing reductionsEnable ramp of our production line to achieve launch schedulesLead development of equipment maintenance team and implementation of maintenance solution for expansion of manufacturing equipment systemsQualifications
BS/MS Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience3+ years of experience managing a team of manufacturing engineers in a production environmentProven record of implementing complex assembly lines and managing large CAPEX projectExtensive hands-on experience with key General Assembly and EOL equipmentGood understanding and relationship with equipment integrators and the OEM industry Experience with Early R&D/Pilot Manufacturing EngineeringExperience with Design for Manufacturability and AssemblyExperience transitioning products from prototype to production and from small-scale production to mass production.Proficiency in mechanical and electrical assembly (GD&T, adhesive bonding, mechanical pressing, torque control)Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlinesExemplary analytical ability, problem-solving, and attention to detailExcellent organizational and communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced and flexible environmentAbility to travel domestically and internationally for equipment benchmarking, procurement, and acceptance validationBonus Requirements
Automotive Assembly experience at the OEM or Tier I levelExperience using Dassault 3DX (Delmia/CATIA) and SAP ME/MIIExperience in automation, AGVs, and roboticsExperience working with local permitting and regulatory agencies