Drive Performance Engineer at Zoox
San Mateo, CA 94404
About the Job
Foster City, CAVehicle Development – Vehicle Integration Engineering /Full-time /On-siteWe are inventors, builders, and doers, passionate and purposeful in the work we do
We have a once-in-a-century opportunity to reinvent personal transportation—and we need your help
As the Drive Performance Engineer, you will lead drivability development, calibration, and testing while using data to drive decisions to achieve optimal performance for our robot and drive quality for our customers.You will work with a team of world-class engineers with diverse robotics, controls, and vehicle engineering backgrounds while mastering vehicle drivability development
We are looking for an engineer who can develop, refine, and execute drive performance testing
If you excel in using your knowledge to analyze data and your attention to detail to create detailed reports, we would like to hear from you!In this role, you will:Lead drive performance development and powertrain performance integrationCalibrate drivability parameters to meet performance targets and customer expectationsConduct drive performance testing, data analysis, and summarize results in detailed reportsDevelop and refine testing methodologies to improve accuracy and efficiencySupport simulation development to predict vehicle drivability performanceImplement innovative technical concepts and solutions that enable optimal drive performanceWhat you'll need:B.S
or M.S
degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of automotive or related drivability development experienceExcellent understanding of electric powertrain and control systemsExperience in vehicle-level powertrain integration and drivability developmentHands-on experience with vehicles, instrumentation, and data acquisitionExperience with drive performance calibration tools and software (e.g CANalyzer, INCA, MDA, AVL Drive, MATLAB/Simulink)CompensationThere are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $190,000
A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package
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.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.About ZooxZoox 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.Follow us on LinkedInAccommodationsIf you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to
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.
We have a once-in-a-century opportunity to reinvent personal transportation—and we need your help
As the Drive Performance Engineer, you will lead drivability development, calibration, and testing while using data to drive decisions to achieve optimal performance for our robot and drive quality for our customers.You will work with a team of world-class engineers with diverse robotics, controls, and vehicle engineering backgrounds while mastering vehicle drivability development
We are looking for an engineer who can develop, refine, and execute drive performance testing
If you excel in using your knowledge to analyze data and your attention to detail to create detailed reports, we would like to hear from you!In this role, you will:Lead drive performance development and powertrain performance integrationCalibrate drivability parameters to meet performance targets and customer expectationsConduct drive performance testing, data analysis, and summarize results in detailed reportsDevelop and refine testing methodologies to improve accuracy and efficiencySupport simulation development to predict vehicle drivability performanceImplement innovative technical concepts and solutions that enable optimal drive performanceWhat you'll need:B.S
or M.S
degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of automotive or related drivability development experienceExcellent understanding of electric powertrain and control systemsExperience in vehicle-level powertrain integration and drivability developmentHands-on experience with vehicles, instrumentation, and data acquisitionExperience with drive performance calibration tools and software (e.g CANalyzer, INCA, MDA, AVL Drive, MATLAB/Simulink)CompensationThere are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $190,000
A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package
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.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.About ZooxZoox 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.Follow us on LinkedInAccommodationsIf 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 positionHere 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.
