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Technical Program Manager, Manufacturing

Zoox · Hayward, CA · On-site

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About Zoox

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.

About the role

Work with team members to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables Interface with Engineering and Suppliers to define vehicle and manufacturing validation plans for partial and full crash builds

What they're looking for

  • BS or MS degree in an engineering or management discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing program management
  • Experience with industrial manufacturing (i.e., automotive, aerospace, robotics, etc.) and the necessary integration with related functions (e.g., logistics, quality, design engineering)
  • Strong track record in managing complex cross-functional projects
  • Experience coordinating vehicle/manufacturing validation activities (e.g., crash builds) with external partners and suppliers is a plus
  • Building strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departments
More about this role

As a Technical Program Manager in Manufacturing Engineering, you will play a central role in driving the scaling of vehicle production. Serving as a vital cross-functional bridge, you will lead new manufacturing initiatives and partner with key suppliers to develop comprehensive manufacturing and vehicle validation plans. In this position, you will drive cross-program manufacturing strategies, evaluations, and studies, collaborating closely with teams including Logistics, Vehicle Quality, Manufacturing Diagnostics, Vehicle Engineering, Fleet Operations, and Software to deliver on strategic and operational milestones across Zoox. Your core responsibilities include establishing departmental roadmaps, building project schedules, proactively mitigating risks, overseeing cost projections, and communicating clear progress updates to leadership and key stakeholders.

Work with team members to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables

Interface with Engineering and Suppliers to define vehicle and manufacturing validation plans for partial and full crash builds

Lead manufacturing strategy, assessments, and studies for...

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Manufacturing Engineering

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