Senior Plant Issue Resolution Engineer - Electrical Systems

Zoox; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights

Amazon RSUs

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Zoox is seeking an Issue Resolution Engineer to ensure quality and build readiness of autonomous vehicles during manufacturing. You will lead triage, containment, and root-cause resolution across assembly and end-of-line validation.

The role requires deep technical knowledge of vehicle electrical systems, strong urgency, and the ability to drive cross-functional teams to implement durable corrective actions and improve manufacturability.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8–12 years in automotive OEMs, robotics, or complex hardware in manufacturing.
• Experience leading root cause analysis and corrective actions in production.
• Strong cross-functional communication and problem solving in fast-paced env.

Responsibilities

• Lead triage, containment, and resolution plan for issues in assembly and end-of-line testing.
• Define and execute short-term containment actions and build flow protection.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive root cause analysis and DFM improvements.
• Support permanent corrective actions and prevent recurrence.
• Support prototype builds, production trials, and engineering changes to validate fixes.
• Develop metrics, dashboards, and reporting to track issue health and PIRT processes.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

DFM

Education

Electrical Eng

Tools

3DX

DELMIA

JIRA

Confluence

SQL

Python

Job description

At Zoox, we are reimagining personal transportation from the ground up. As an Issue Resolution Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and build readiness of our autonomous vehicles during manufacturing.

You will operate at the intersection of engineering and production, driving rapid containment and resolution of issues identified during general assembly and end-of-line validation. This role requires strong technical depth, urgency in execution, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to root cause and implement durable corrective actions.

You will partner closely with Vehicle Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supplier Quality, and Operations to ensure vehicles meet Zoox’s quality standards and production targets. Your work will directly impact vehicle readiness, production efficiency, and overall fleet reliability.

In This Role, You Will

• Lead triage, containment, and resolution plan of issues identified during general assembly and end-of-line testing within your assigned subsystem/domain
• Define and execute short-term containment actions, including rework plans, part quarantine, and build flow protection
• Collaborate cross-functionally to lead root cause analysis across design, process, supplier, and manufacturing domains, identify and prioritize blockers, and drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) improvements.
• Support cross-functional teams to implement permanent corrective actions (PCA) and prevent recurrence
• Support prototype builds, production trials, and engineering changes to validate fixes and improve manufacturability
• Develop and maintain metrics, dashboards, and reporting to track issue health, closure rates, and recurrence and improve PIRT processes, including issue tracking, prioritization, and cross-functional execution

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field
• 8 to 12 years of experience in automotive OEMs, robotics, aviation, or other complex hardware systems within manufacturing, product engineering, or sustaining environments
• Strong understanding of vehicle electrical systems, wiring harnesses and connectors, control units, compute, and sensor hardware
• Proven experience leading root cause analysis and corrective actions in production, manufacturing, or field environments, including new product launch support
• Strong cross functional communication and problem solving skills with the ability to operate effectively in a fast paced environment

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM), production process optimization, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or EV systems
• Familiarity with tools such as 3DX (Dassault), DELMIA, SAP ME/MII, JIRA, Confluence, SQL, Python, or data visualization tools

$170,000 - $209,000 a year

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. 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.

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Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.