# Staff Chassis Engineer, Steering and Braking Actuation at Zoox

- Company: Zoox
- What the company does: Zoox is a purpose-built autonomous vehicle designed for riders, not drivers. Learn more about the Zoox robotaxi and the future of ride-hailing. Backed by Lux.
- Company website: https://zoox.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Foster City, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $195K to $269K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-07
- Apply by: 2026-11-23
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/zoox/67e21fab-c93e-45c3-b54a-ae95056dbcdc?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/zoox-manager-chassis-actuators-brakes-and-steering/

## About the role

Own the product lifecycle of the Zoox Robotaxi steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire systems from initial concept through production, managing the development of mechanical hardware, software, and complex electromechanical systems. Design and release 3D CAD models and 2D drawings with appropriate GD&T for both internal fabrication and external supplier production. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with 12+ years of industry experience
- Proven track record of designing and releasing complex components using advanced 3D CAD tools (ideally CATIA V5/V6 or 3DX) and authoring 2D production drawings utilizing ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards
- Experience developing steer-by-wire (SbW), and/or brake-by-wire (BBW) systems and managing hardware and controls development timelines at an automotive OEM or large Tier 1 supplier
- Deep technical understanding of electromechanical actuators, brushless DC motors, precision gear systems, electrical integration, safety-critical system architecture, NVH mitigation, functional safety, and cost & mass target management
- Demonstrated experience authoring technical requirements and executing validation test plans across component, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and full-vehicle test assets
- Strong familiarity with automotive product development processes (e.g., APQP, phase-gate reviews) and a proven ability to manage long-term engineering schedules and deliverables

Tags: Body, Closures and Chassis

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