# Senior Validation Engineer, Suspension 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: $190K to $228K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-08-24
- Apply by: 2026-10-19
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/zoox/fe0a2c57-517f-4bc0-ae5b-d4a3127bd855?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/zoox-senior-validation-engineer-suspension/

## About the role

Own and execute Design Verification Plans (DVP&R) for suspension components and systems, from requirements development through report approval, by collaborating with design and vehicle dynamics to ensure requirements (ride and handling, durability, NVH, kinematics, and compliance) are captured in the plan. Create and review test plans, RFQs, and procedures; execute component, rig, and vehicle-level testing such as durability, characterization, and performance tests. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- BS or MS in Mechanical, Automotive, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
- 8+ years of test or validation experience with chassis or suspension components and systems
- Strong experience with DVP&R and with failure and root cause analysis (8D)
- Demonstrated ability to manage external test houses and suppliers, including driving accountability with partners
- Excellent communication skills: able to represent suspension clearly across functions and up to program leadership, flagging risk early and driving alignment
- Active or semi-active suspension experience (air suspension, active/adaptive dampers)

Tags: Vehicle Integration, Testing &...

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