Body Structures Engineer

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design (2D and 3D), and lead development/release of vehicle body components/assemblies to meet cost, weight, performance requirements
• Develop short and long term schedule/plans for component development, release, delivery, and validation
• Define/negotiate requirements and specifications for body systems to achieve best in class performance in structural, NVH, and crash performance; including DFMEAs, DVP’s and PVP’s, APQP

Support validation testing for component/vehicle

• Support material and manufacturing process decisions both internally and externally
• Work cross functionally and collaborate with peers, styling studio, packaging, CAE/attribute/test teams, management, manufacturing, suppliers
• Develop processes, procedures and best practices for Body design and development

Requirements

B.S. in mechanical engineering equivalent or higher

• 4+ years experience in automotive body system design/engineering (OEM/supplier, university SAE team, or equivalent)
• Knowledge/experience in vehicle engineering, automotive body systems design and engineering fundamentals, body materials and manufacturing processes, and component delivery
• Experience with the development of specifications, DFMEAs, DVP’s and PVP’s, APQP and other technical and quality assurance processes
• Ability to implement GD&T and dimensional engineering principles in design
• Strong communication/collaboration skills with peers, suppliers, manufacturing, management

Preferred

• Experience at automotive OEM
• Knowledge of automotive development/release process
• Polarion, Jira, and Confluence experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering best practices including design for six sigma (DFSS)
• Proficiency with CATIA V5 or V6 CAD software

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. 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.

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.