Senior/Staff Mechanical Engineer, Hydraulics
Zoox
Other Engineering
Foster City, CA, USA
Posted 6+ months ago
Join our innovative team as a Senior/Staff Mechanical Engineer where you'll design, integrate, and optimize cutting-edge Hydraulic Systems for Advanced Suspension technology. Your work will include developing and testing valves, pumps, accumulators, and seals while refining control mechanisms to enhance system performance.
In this role, you will
- Design and optimize hydraulic circuits, ensuring seamless integration with suspension systems for enhanced performance
- Develop and implement testing protocols, conducting laboratory and field tests to analyze data and resolve issues
- Optimize hydraulic systems for efficiency, fine-tuning damping performance, and improving durability and longevity
- Select appropriate materials and components while specifying technical requirements to support design objectives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers, provide manufacturing support, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, ensure compliance with industry standards, and deliver comprehensive reports
Qualifications
- BS or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree
- 10+ years of experience in fluid actuation systems for automotive or aerospace applications
- Expertise in design, development, or systems engineering experience in hydraulic devices and/or systems
- Working knowledge using 1D and 3D modeling/CFD tools
- Working knowledge of failure analysis and measurement techniques
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.