Zoox

Mechanical Design Engineer, Prototyping

Zoox

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • California

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Salary

💰 $131,000 - $207,000 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

Assembly

About the role

  • Redefine passenger experience in autonomous vehicles through innovative vehicle design and AV technology
  • Lead projects to design and build prototypes for Zoox's autonomous vehicle platform
  • Design and build complex mechanical prototypes and assemblies in CATIA, ensuring high performance and manufacturability
  • Accurately model surfaces, geometries, and assemblies for rapid prototyping and evaluation
  • Create detailed drawings, documentation, and BOMs to support fabrication, assembly, and testing
  • Develop tools, jigs, fixtures, and molds to enable efficient prototyping of components and composites
  • Collaborate across design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to drive innovative AV hardware solutions
  • Research and apply emerging materials and manufacturing techniques to accelerate development and decision-making

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautics, Mechatronics, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical design or prototyping; automotive experience preferred
  • Expertise in 3D CAD design for solids and surfaces; CATIA V5/V6 preferred
  • Proven ability to lead complex prototyping projects across multiple functions
  • (Bonus) Hands-on prototyping experience with machining, welding, composites, or additive manufacturing
  • (Bonus) Experience managing suppliers to support prototyping efforts
  • (Bonus) Familiarity with documentation and project management tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, or Confluence