Lead design, integration, and verification of Body electronics for an autonomous robotaxi. Define system architecture and requirements, create integration and V&V test plans, collaborate with mechanical/electrical/firmware teams, produce FMEAs and diagnostics, triage issues, and ensure subsystem safety and performance. Occasional domestic/international travel.
Zoox is seeking a Sr. System Engineer to join our Vehicle System Integration engineering team. In this key role, you will drive the system requirements, functional architecture, integration, and verification activities for the Body domain to achieve end-to-end system capability. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential, as you'll work with vehicle integration, feature integration, firmware, and vehicle component development teams to deliver the overall reliability and performance of our cutting-edge vehicles.
We are looking for an engineer who is passionate about developing a ground-breaking Robotaxi, has a strong system engineering background, has extensive system experience with Body Electronics systems, has system problem-solving skills, and has a commitment to delivering on time.
In this role, you will:
- Lead Body Systems and controls for an autonomous robotaxi
- Design system technical specifications and Architecture
- Develop system design and integration test plans to ensure optimal performance, safety, and efficiency for different systems including Interior and exterior Lighting, Closures, Sensor Cleaning, considering cost, mass, and latency
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams for system requirements and integration
- Ensure subsystems fulfill requirements and interfaces
- Participate in tech reviews for supplier evaluation and guarantee V&V tests are captured
- Create System FMEAs, diagnostics, and fault reactions for safe operation. Lead issue triage (log/code reviews, HW investigation)
- Requires domestic/international travel (2 weeks/year)
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- At least 10 years of experience in System engineering, preferably in EVs or automotive systems
- Strong system-level understanding of diverse vehicle Systems architectures for Closures, lighting, and related body control functions
- Familiarity with power management requirements specific to autonomous vehicles, network architecture, and power electronics in EV platforms.
- Strong foundation in sensor and actuator technologies for different body control systems.
- Deep knowledge of developing automotive systems using model-based processes.
- Deep knowledge of developing electrical systems and subsystems requirements, with proficiency in tools like IBM DOORS, Siemens Polarion, or similar.
- Knowledge of automotive electrical architectures, including communication protocols (CAN/LIN/Ethernet) application and defining Physical & Functional interfaces.
- Knowledge of Automotive Diagnostics (UDS) routines and the Functional Safety Standard (ISO 26262).
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with ISO26262
- Experience in Model Based System Design process
- Experience in real time embedded software architecture, e.g., AUTOSAR
- Experience in advanced embedded software architecture, e.g., LINUX
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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If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] 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.
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