Prototype Fabrication Engineer

Futureshaper.com; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 217,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a skilled engineer to revolutionize the passenger experience in autonomous vehicles. In this role, you will lead projects to design and build prototypes, collaborating closely with a dynamic team of engineers and designers. Your expertise in prototyping and mastery of tools like CATIA and SolidWorks will be crucial in creating high-quality vehicle architectures. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to setting new industry standards and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance

Long-term care insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Amazon RSUs

Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in prototyping or model making for design and engineering.
• Mastery of CATIA or SolidWorks for prototyping applications.
• Experience driving complex prototyping projects across multiple functions.

Responsibilities

• Create highly complex physical design and engineering prototype parts and assemblies.
• Utilize machining, metal fabrication, welding, and additive manufacturing equipment.
• Design and build tools and molds for casting or composites.

Skills

Prototyping

Model Making

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Design

CATIA

SolidWorks

Supplier Management

Documentation Tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design

Master’s degree in Industrial Design

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Jira

Azure DevOps

Confluence

Job description

At Zoox, we are revolutionizing the passenger experience in autonomous vehicles. Our innovative vehicle design and autonomous operation present unparalleled opportunities to develop new vehicle architectures and experiences. Join our dynamic team of engineers and designers, committed to delivering an extraordinary user experience that sets a new standard in the industry.
In this role, you will bring your craft and passion for bringing new ideas and concepts to life, leading projects to design and build prototypes to deliver our autonomous vehicle platform. Through close cross-functional collaboration with our designers and engineers, you will directly contribute to the quality and experience of our cutting-edge autonomous vehicles.

In this role, you will:

• Create highly complex physical design and engineering prototype parts and assemblies in CATIA or SolidWorks
• Accurately model complex surfaces, geometries, and assemblies
• Generate accurate and concise drawings, including prototyping fabrication details
• Utilize a broad range of techniques such as machining, metal fabrication, welding, laser cutting, water jet, and additive manufacturing equipment
• Use and maintain manual shop equipment, additive manufacturing equipment, and CNC machine tools
• Design and build tools and molds for casting or composites, and produce sample parts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in prototyping or model making for design and engineering
• Mastery of CATIA or SolidWorks for prototyping applications
• Experience driving complex prototyping projects across multiple functions

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with supplier management and development to support Prototyping
• Experience with documentation tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or Confluence
• MIG and TIG welding experience

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 $131,000 to $217,000. 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.