Full-Time

Senior / Staff Hydraulic Design Engineer

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Zoox

Zoox

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Energy
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$177k - $294kAnnually

+ Sign-on Bonus

Expert

San Mateo, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Foster City, CA.

Category
Thermal and Fluid Systems Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
JIRA
Asana
Confluence
Autodesk CFD
Requirements
  • 10+ years of design, development and systems engineering experience in fluid actuation systems for automotive or aerospace applications
  • MS or PhD in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, or related field (bonus qualification)
  • Strong communications and teamwork skills
  • Demonstrated release of hardware products that depend on firmware/software
  • Working knowledge of core systems engineering tools (P-diagrams, FMEA, DVP&R), requirements development and cascade process
  • Proficient in 1D modeling tools such as GT Suite
  • Experience with 3D modeling/CFD tools such as StarCCM or Preon Lab
  • Experience with fluid experimentation and measurement technique such as anemometry, laser sheet or particle imagery
  • Experience with fluid-relevant design and failure analysis techniques: tribology, composition analysis
  • Good understanding of electrified propulsion system architectures and vehicle attribute trade-offs
  • Good understanding and experience with development of controls and calibration strategies for vehicle thermal or energy management
  • Working knowledge of system simulations, vehicle testing, and validation
  • Ability to summarize and communicate project updates/issues to management
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or G-Suite tools for documentation and presentation
  • Experience using Confluence, Polarion, Jira, Asana, and other project management tools
Responsibilities
  • Apply systems engineering and problem-solving tools and methods (System V, Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, DFMEA, RCL, RDM) for design development, cascading requirements, and project scoping.
  • Deep dive fluid actuation issues regarding valves, pumps, accumulators, and seals
  • Interact with and facilitate cross functional teams in the development of requirements and design verification plans for attribute and robustness assessment.
  • Lead and manage work streams to achieve project deliverables including simulation and testing for technology benefit assessment and demonstration.
  • Develop and analyze simulations and testing to assess system performance and recommend design improvements
  • Collaborate with other teams at Zoox for developing the new technologies
  • Develop and coordinate cross functional inputs and requirements to be shared with suppliers for soliciting design proposals
  • Interact with suppliers to assess new systems and component designs
  • Interact with CAD designers for vehicle package assessment
  • Review and approve systems engineering documentation and communicate engineering assumptions to cross-functional teams
  • Lead cost/weight/performance analysis and trade-off discussions/resolution
  • Prepare and present project gateway reviews to management
  • Propose, lead, and manage research projects with universities or supplier partners to develop new system design concepts and technologies

Zoox is developing a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service with a vehicle designed specifically for self-driving. This vehicle features advanced sensors and AI systems for navigating urban environments, while prioritizing passenger comfort and safety. Unlike competitors that retrofit existing cars, Zoox's approach allows for optimization in every aspect of the vehicle and service. The goal is to create a smarter, safer, and more sustainable transportation system that enhances urban living.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

31%

2 year growth

50%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zoox's partnership with Williams Racing enhances brand visibility in the autonomous vehicle market.
  • Expanding operations to Austin and Miami allows Zoox to refine technology in diverse environments.
  • Aicha Evans' leadership provides strategic direction, leveraging her experience from Intel.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Waymo and Cruise could impact Zoox's market share and growth potential.
  • Expansion to new cities may face regulatory hurdles, delaying deployment and increasing costs.
  • Rapid expansion could strain resources, affecting service quality and customer satisfaction.

What makes Zoox unique

  • Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike competitors retrofitting existing models.
  • Zoox's vehicles feature a futuristic design with state-of-the-art sensors and AI systems.
  • Zoox offers a fully integrated ride-hailing service optimized for safety and passenger comfort.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Free Lunch or Snacks

Employee Assitance Program