Class A Modeler - Zoox (Foster City, CA)
About the job
At Zoox, we are a team of passionate dreamers and innovative creators who believe in the transformative power of holistic design. We are on a mission to redefine the future of mobility through our groundbreaking autonomous robotaxi service and automotive design.
Guided by a philosophy of balance and harmony, we champion the creation of products that not only delight the individual user, but also have a positive impact on the greater community. As an integral part of our Industrial Design team, you will play a crucial role in bringing this transformative vision to life.
Our Industrial Design team is responsible for shaping the look and feel of Zoox's revolutionary vehicle and hardware products. Working in close collaboration with our engineering, product, and manufacturing partners, we leverage human-centered design principles to create solutions that are as beautiful as they are functional.
Every element of a Zoox product is created with a sense of sophistication and purpose. We are passionate about designing mobility solutions that not only meet the practical needs of our customers, but also spark joy, wonder, and a sense of possibility.
As a Digital Modeler on our Industrial Design team, you will be a key contributor to the development of Zoox's groundbreaking vehicle and hardware products. You will leverage your exceptional digital 3D modeling, technical process and automotive development know-how to transform our design concepts into real products.
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In this role, you will...
Conceptual Development: Collaborate with designers to bring design concepts to life through digital surface development.
Technical Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate conceptual design technical input into production design surfaces.
Production Analysis: Evaluate design concepts for feasibility, surface quality, and manufacturability, providing recommendations for optimization.
Manage the release of digital surface data and coordinate the necessary engineering part release approvals in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) database.
Documentation: Maintain digital surface documentation related to surface development and program requirements.
Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in automotive design and engineering to drive innovation and improve processes.
Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to team members and cross-functional partners to drive an innovative mindset to support automotive design development.
Support and perform surface quality evaluations.
Qualifications
6+ years of experience in automotive design and engineering, with a strong focus on automotive prototype, advanced design development and production development.
Degree in industrial design, transportation design, mechanical engineering or related field.
Proficiency in Alias software and automotive industry surface design best practices from concept to Class-A.
Experience with PLM systems and design release processes.
In-depth knowledge of automotive design studio and engineering processes and workflows.
Familiarity with automotive safety standards and regulations.
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 $159,000 to $229,000. 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 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.
Accommodations
If 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 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.
