Diagnostics Serviceability Engineer

Zoox; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoox seeks a Diagnostics Engineer to drive Design for Serviceability (DFS) and ensure service readiness across products. You will evaluate diagnostic and controller programming functions at component, system, and vehicle levels to ensure they are intuitive for Base Operations technicians.

You will partner with Vehicle Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Design, and Prototyping to improve diagnostic strategies, tools, and workflows that support efficient vehicle maintenance and repair.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of vehicle diagnostics experience.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Automotive Technology.
• Experience with automotive diagnostic tools and/or equipment design.
• Experience with vehicle communication networking protocols (CAN, LIN, etc.) and tools.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with Manufacturing, Validation, and Product Development teams to drive diagnostics requirements for every electronic control module and I/O.
• Collaboratively design, develop, and validate on-board and off-board diagnostic test tools for reporting diagnostic codes, alerts, and control functions.
• Develop standardized technical requirements for controller programming tools and process flow.
• Work closely with the Service Documentation team to develop diagnostic, programming, and repair procedures.
• Support wiring system serviceability (bundle routing, connectors, terminals, retention clips, etc) and schematic development for ease of troubleshooting.
• Participate in requirements definition as it pertains to service.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

CAN / LIN protocols

Schematics reading

Diagnostics tools design

Product lifecycle validation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Automotive Technology

Tools

CAN/LIN diagnostic tools

Job description

Zoox is seeking a Diagnostics Engineer to drive Design for Serviceability (DFS) and ensure service readiness across our products. In this role, you will evaluate diagnostic and controller programming functions at the component, system, and vehicle levels to ensure they are intuitive and effective for Base Operations technicians. You will partner closely with Vehicle Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Design, and Prototyping to advocate for serviceability and maintenance optimization. This role includes regular engagement with field technicians to assess real-world service challenges and translate that feedback into improved diagnostic strategies, tools, and workflows that support efficient vehicle maintenance and repair.

• Establish relationships with Manufacturing, Validation, and Product Development teams to drive diagnostics requirements for every electronic control module and I/O.

• Collaboratively design, develop, and validate on-board and off-board diagnostic test tools for reporting diagnostic codes, alerts, and control functions.

• Develop standardized technical requirements for controller programming tools and process flow.

• Work closely with the Service Documentation team to develop diagnostic, programming, and repair procedures.

• Support wiring system serviceability (bundle routing, connectors, terminals, retention clips, etc) and schematic development for ease of troubleshooting.

• Participate in requirements definition as it pertains to service.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Automotive Technology.

• 5+ years of relevant experience in vehicle diagnostics.

• Proficiency with automotive diagnostic tools and/or equipment design experience.

• Experience with vehicle communication networking protocols (CAN, LIN, etc.) and tools.

• Ability to comprehend schematics, electrical diagrams, and connector end views/pinout.

• Experience designing and developing products through the lifecycle and product and process validation.

• Familiarity with service information, diagnostics, or authoring.

• Practical technical or field diagnostic experience.

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 [e-mail] 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.