Senior / Staff Hydraulic Design Engineer

As a Hydraulic Design Engineer, and Fluid Actuation Subject Matter Expert, at Zoox you will consult on projects including active suspension, thermal coolant and refrigeration, and sensor cleaning using air and liquid coolant.  You will work with engineers across internal vehicle engineering teams, and various suppliers to evaluate design, advise on best practices, and develop road maps for future applications.

In this role, you will

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 developing 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 to develop 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

Qualifications

Passion for electric, autonomous mobility
10+ years of design, development, and systems engineering experience in fluid actuation systems for automotive or aerospace applications
Systems engineering mindset
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Demonstrated release of hardware products that depend on firmware/software

Bonus Qualifications

MS or PhD in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, or related field
Experienced in coordinating vehicle instrumentation and troubleshooting
Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Working knowledge of core systems engineering tools (P-diagrams, FMEA, DVP&R), requirements development, and cascade processes.
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 techniques such as anemometry, laser sheet, or particle imagery
Experience with fluid-relevant design and failure analysis techniques: tribology, composition analysis
Previous experience in leading large project teams and cross-functional groups
Good understanding of electrified propulsion system architectures and vehicle attribute trade-offs.
Good understanding and experience with the 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

Compensation

There 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 $177,000 to $294,000. 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.