Senior Chassis Engineer Actuators, Brakes, & Steering
Job Location:
Foster, CA - USA
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Job Summary
At Zoox you will collaborate with a world-class multidisciplinary engineering team spanning AI robotics mechatronics computer vision and automated testing. Because a robot is in control of the vehicle you will be constantly challenged to rethink traditional engineering paradigms to design elegant ultra-efficient hardware systems from the ground up. Working in this agile forward-thinking environment gives you the unique opportunity to manifest your creativity push the boundaries of vehicle dynamics and directly shape the future of autonomous mobility.
As an engineer on the Chassis Actuator team specializing in Braking and Steering Systems you will hold end-to-end design and release responsibility for the components powering our innovative autonomous by-wire platform. Sitting at the intersection of hardware and software you will lead the development execution and delivery of critical engineering milestones for an active chassis system.
You will manage Tier 1 supplier relationships to deliver high-performance hardware and controls software while aggressively meeting cost weight timing and performance targets. Your scope will span from core component development to system integration support and hands-on vehicle-level testing and CAN signal analysis. Working in a highly cross-functional environment you will bridge the gap between physical hardware and autonomous execution collaborating daily with Vehicle Integration Functional Safety Firmware and Validation teams to bring our next-generation vehicle to life.
- Own the product lifecycle of the Zoox robotaxi brake and steer-by-wire system from initial concept through production managing the development of mechanical hardware software and complex electromechanical systems.
- Design and release 3D CAD models and 2D drawings with appropriate GD&T for both internal fabrication and external supplier production.
- Define and manage comprehensive component and system requirements encompassing mechanical electrical NVH static and dynamic loading mass and thermal-mechanical or electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) domains to guarantee robust performance and integration of the braking or steering system.
- Lead component testing and characterization which includes developing innovative testing methodologies analyzing complex data and validating system integrity.
- Manage strategic supplier engagements to co-develop component designs review engineering documentation and ensure on-time delivery of critical hardware and software.
- Partner with cross-functional Zoox teams including Packaging Manufacturing Assembly and Service to support the seamless integration bring-up and operation of the vehicle.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts in AI Mechatronics Computer Vision and Robotics to unlock and leverage the unique capabilities of the Zoox autonomous robotaxi platform.
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related field with 6 years of industry experience.
- Proven track record of designing and releasing complex components using advanced 3D CAD tools (ideally CATIA V5/V6 or 3DX) and authoring 2D production drawings utilizing ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
- Experience developing hydraulic brake actuation systems steer-by-wire (SbW) or electric power steering (EPS) systems and managing brake or steering controls development timelines at an automotive OEM or large Tier 1 supplier.
- Deep technical understanding of hydraulic systems friction materials electromechanical actuators brushless DC motors precision gear systems electrical integration safety-critical system architecture NVH mitigation functional safety and mass target management.
- Demonstrated experience authoring technical requirements and executing validation test plans across component Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and full-vehicle test assets.
- Strong familiarity with automotive product development processes (e.g. APQP phase-gate reviews) and a proven ability to manage long-term engineering schedules and deliverables.
- Masters or Ph.D. a plus
- CAN & Network skills
- Vector CANalyzer/CANoe dSPACE experience
- Polarion Jira and Confluence experience
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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
We’re reinventing personal transportation—making the future safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable for everyone. This is on-demand autonomous ride-hailing.
