Chassis Controls Engineer, Brakes & Steering

At Zoox, you will collaborate with a world-class, multidisciplinary engineering team spanning AI, robotics, mechatronics, computer vision, and automated testing. Because a robot is in control of the vehicle, you will be constantly challenged to rethink traditional engineering paradigms to design elegant, ultra-efficient hardware systems from the ground up. Working in this agile, forward-thinking environment gives you the unique opportunity to manifest your creativity, push the boundaries of vehicle dynamics, and directly shape the future of autonomous mobility. As a Staff Engineer on the Chassis Actuator team specializing in Steering and Braking Systems, you will hold end-to-end design and release responsibility for the components powering our innovative autonomous by-wire platform. Sitting at the intersection of hardware and software, you will lead the development, execution, and delivery of critical engineering milestones for an active chassis system. You will manage Tier 1 supplier relationships to deliver high-performance hardware and controls software while aggressively meeting cost, weight, timing, and performance targets. Your scope will span from core component development to system integration support and hands-on vehicle-level testing and CAN signal analysis. Working in a highly cross-functional environment, you will bridge the gap between physical hardware and autonomous execution, collaborating daily with Vehicle Integration, Func In this role, you will: Own the product lifecycle of the Zoox Robotaxi steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire systems from initial concept through production, managing the development of mechanical hardware, software, and complex electromechanical systems. Design and release 3D CAD models and 2D drawings with appropriate GD&T for both internal fabrication and external supplier production. Define and manage comprehensive component and system requirements, encompassing mechanical,

The Manager, Procurement & Strategic Partnerships will lead a high-performing procurement team responsible for the end-to-end strategic sourcing, commercial execution, and lifecycle management of Zoox’s chassis control portfolio, including suspension, braking, and steering systems. Operating in a demanding, fast-paced environment, this role blends people leadership with commercial execution - driving global supplier strategies, leading contract negotiations, and partnering closely with Engineering, Program, Quality and Finance to meet vehicle cost, quality, and production milestones. In this role, you will: Team Leadership & Integrity: Build, scale, and mentor a high-performing procurement team while maintaining compliance with company policies and the highest standard of professional ethics. Sourcing Strategy: Lead the end-to-end RFI/RFQ/RFP processes and develop long-term global sourcing strategies for chassis components to minimize cost and optimize terms. Commercial Negotiations: Lead complex negotiations for master supply agreements, production statements of work and secure best-in-class pricing. Cross-Functional Alignment: <span style="font-size: 11pt;

As Strategic Sourcing Manager of Direct Procurement, you will be responsible for Zoox’s strategic sourcing and industry partnerships, which includes working cross-functionally to understand needs for third-party engagement across the business, finding and evaluating potential partners and suppliers, drafting and issuing RFQs, leading the negotiation of all key terms and conditions as well as pricing, managing commercial and supply chain issues, identifying and executing on cost reduction opportunities, and overall management of third party relationships. You can operate independently and possess expertise in electronics, powertrain, chassis, body, safety systems, EV charging, fleet maintenance or capital equipment. In this role, you will: Lead procurement and partnership initiatives for vehicle direct materials (interiors, structural components, advanced hardware) and/or operations infrastructure (EV charging, vehicle maintenance, capital equipment) Proactively engage with Zoox stakeholders (incl. engineering, operations, manufacturing, strategy, finance, and design) to derive and execute the medium-term (3-5 years) business and technology roadmap to support Zoox’s vehicle development program and autonomous ride-hailing service Develop the supply chain and partnership footprint with a long-term, strategic view Lead the day-to-day process of ensuring successful partnerships (milestone adherence, change order management, quality assurance, cost control, etc.) and build supplier performance assessments to support future sourcing decisions Design, conduct, and synthesize supplier, industry, and market research Drive cost transparency and build total cost of ownership models to support sourcing decisions Ensure optimal contract coverage for the commodity/service in partnership with engineering and legal support Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers as the lead point

As Strategic Sourcing Manager of Direct Procurement, you will be responsible for Zoox’s strategic sourcing and industry partnerships, which includes working cross-functionally to understand needs for third-party engagement across the business, finding and evaluating potential partners and suppliers, drafting and issuing RFQs, leading the negotiation of all key terms and conditions as well as pricing, managing commercial and supply chain issues, identifying and executing on cost reduction opportunities, and overall management of third party relationships. You can operate independently and possess expertise in electronics, powertrain, chassis, body, safety systems, EV charging, fleet maintenance or capital equipment. In this role, you will: Lead procurement and partnership initiatives for vehicle direct materials (interiors, structural components, advanced hardware) Proactively engage with Zoox stakeholders (incl. engineering, operations, manufacturing, strategy, finance, and design) to derive and execute the medium-term (3-5 years) business and technology roadmap to support Zoox’s vehicle development program and autonomous ride-hailing service Develop the supply chain and partnership footprint with a long-term, strategic view Lead the day-to-day process of ensuring successful partnerships (milestone adherence, change order management, quality assurance, cost control, etc.) and build supplier performance assessments to support future sourcing decisions Design, conduct, and synthesize supplier, industry, and market research Drive cost transparency and build total cost of ownership models to support sourcing decisions Ensure optimal contract coverage for the commodity/service in partnership with engineering and legal support Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers as the lead point of contact for all commercial issues Review, analyze, and finalize quote packages from

As Strategic Sourcing Manager of Direct Procurement, you will be responsible for Zoox’s strategic sourcing and industry partnerships, which includes working cross-functionally to understand needs for third-party engagement across the business, finding and evaluating potential partners and suppliers, drafting and issuing RFQs, leading the negotiation of all key terms and conditions as well as pricing, managing commercial and supply chain issues, identifying and executing on cost reduction opportunities, and overall management of third party relationships. You can operate independently and possess expertise in electronics, powertrain, chassis, body, safety systems, EV charging, fleet maintenance or capital equipment. In this role, you will: Lead procurement and partnership initiatives for vehicle direct materials (interiors, structural components, advanced hardware) and/or operations infrastructure (EV charging, vehicle maintenance, capital equipment) Proactively engage with Zoox stakeholders (incl. engineering, operations, manufacturing, strategy, finance, and design) to derive and execute the medium-term (3-5 years) business and technology roadmap to support Zoox’s vehicle development program and autonomous ride-hailing service Develop the supply chain and partnership footprint with a long-term, strategic view Lead the day-to-day process of ensuring successful partnerships (milestone adherence, change order management, quality assurance, cost control, etc.) and build supplier performance assessments to support future sourcing decisions Design, conduct, and synthesize supplier, industry, and market research Drive cost transparency and build total cost of ownership models to support sourcing decisions Ensure optimal contract coverage for the commodity/service in partnership with engineering and legal support Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers as the lead point

As a Senior Cost Engineer, you will support the Vehicle Program team by taking ownership of the Vehicle BOM cost and investments. You’ll partner with Engineering to ensure parts are designed with cost in mind while considering program volumes. You will be working with engineering experts in several areas such as drivetrain, trim & lighting, body & closures, EE, thermal, geometric integration, chassis, vehicle attributes and homologation. You will be an integral link to successfully developing and delivering a high-quality product to market. In this role, you will: Own and lead the execution of cost estimating and modeling processes within Vehicle Development Lead the development and maintenance of the Vehicle Development cost database to enable effective cost estimation throughout every phase of development Develop detailed cost estimates for vehicle components and systems Create detailed should-cost models for vehicle components, providing data-driven insights for key decisions Serve as the SME in value engineering and should cost modeling, identifying cost reduction strategies and value capture opportunities Collaborate with design teams to optimize component costs Qualifications BS or MS in Engineering 10+ years in Business Operations, Finance, Cost Engineering or Supply Chain Proven analytical and quantitative skills Automotive OEM experience and knowledge of vehicle systems and components Excellent communication and collaboration abilities Proficiency in Google Sheets and cost analysis tools Bonus Qualifications MBA or MS in Finance