Prototype Vehicle Production Lead, R&D

ResumeXrays LLC; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoox in Fremont, CA seeks a Senior Manager of R&D Vehicle Production to run prototype vehicle lines, own diagnostics and EOL, and drive through production readiness for next-generation vehicles. You will lead cross-functional teams across hardware, software, and manufacturing engineering to resolve issues quickly and meet ambitious timelines.

Responsibilities include budgeting, staffing, and ensuring traceability and safety across high-voltage pre-production builds, with collaboration across

Qualifications

• Lead hardware and software engineers to resolve build issues under schedule pressure.
• Experience overseeing prototype, pilot, or NPI builds.
• Familiar with MES, ERP, and QMS systems and structured problem solving (8D).

Responsibilities

• Own diagnostics, testing, and EOL validation to deliver complete vehicles on time.
• Set priorities, hold owners accountable, and escalate blockers.
• Manage the line's OPEX, CAPEX, and headcount budgets.
• Ensure MES and QMS support prototype builds and traceability.
• Hire, train, and develop technicians and supervisors.
• Promote a safety-first culture with EHS for high-voltage systems.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving under pressure

Vehicle systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Management or related field

Tools

MES

QMS

ERP

Job description

Zoox in Fremont, CA seeks a Senior Manager of R&D Vehicle Production to run prototype vehicle lines, own diagnostics and EOL, and drive through production readiness for next-generation vehicles. You will lead cross-functional teams across hardware, software, and manufacturing engineering to resolve issues quickly and meet ambitious timelines.

Responsibilities include budgeting, staffing, and ensuring traceability and safety across high-voltage pre-production builds, with collaboration across