What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Chassis Suspension Design Release Engineer position at Zoox?
Join us as a Senior Chassis Suspension Design Release Engineer, where you'll shape the future of autonomous mobility. Using CATIA V6, you’ll design and release chassis components for active suspension, collaborating with tier-one suppliers to meet cost, weight, timing, and performance targets. You’ll develop mechatronic units, hydraulic pumps, valves, accumulators, and controllers while working closely with electrical and software teams. You'll also drive engineering milestones, validation plans, FMEAs, and PLM releases, ensuring seamless vehicle integration and testing. If you're passionate about cutting-edge design in autonomous vehicles, we want you on our team!
In This Role, You Will
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 $141,000 to $229,000. 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.
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.
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Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com 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
- You will design, in CATIA V6, prototype hardware and electromechanical systems
- You will generate 2D drawing packages for fabrication and assembly
- You will evaluate the static, dynamic, structural, and thermal-mechanical performances of mechanical assemblies
- You will collaborate with suppliers to manage designs and design documents and execute engineering disciplines and component deliveries
- You will track and execute design validation plans, review and develop FMEAs, and prepare design review documentation
- You will collaborate with different Zoox teams for the manufacturing, assembly, and bring up of the robots
- BS in mechanical engineering with 5 years of experience in vehicle engineering, chassis systems design, and component delivery
- Understanding of hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and system architecture
- Experienced in testing and vehicle development
- Knowledge of automotive program development/release process and long-term schedule planning
- Proficiency with CATIA V5 or V6 CAD software
- Advanced degrees - MS or Ph.D. degree is a plus
- CAN & Network skills
- Experience at automotive OEM or significant Tier 1
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 $141,000 to $229,000. 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.
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.
Follow us on LinkedIn
Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com 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.
