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Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

Hayward, CARemoteFull-time

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Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer at Zoox designs and optimizes assembly processes for autonomous robots, bridging R&D and high-volume production while leading technical projects and guiding junior engineers.

About this role

The General Assembly (GA) Process Engineer is responsible for designing, optimizing, and maintaining the assembly sequences and manufacturing processes for Zoox's autonomous robots. This role serves as the bridge between R&D and high-volume production. Beyond technical process design, you will collaborate cross-functionally with Hardware Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to troubleshoot assembly bottlenecks and drive the evolution of our current and future vehicle platforms in a fast-paced , innovative environment.

In this role, you will

  • Develop assembly sequences and layout detailed process steps.

  • Execute line balancing studies to achieve production targets and optimize station cycle times.

  • Manage and perform engineering line trials to ensure rapid implementation with minimal disruption to the assembly line.

  • Provide critical feedback during design reviews for future programs to improve manufacturability, tool access, and ergonomics.

  • Act as a primary point of contact for troubleshooting complex design, process, and quality issues on the line.

  • Develop and maintain 100% accurate step-by-step assembly guides for all stations using tools like Dozuki/Oxygen

  • Act as a technical leader, sharing knowledge and guiding junior engineers through complex technical challenges.

  • Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master's degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Automotive, or Aerospace preferred).

  • Experience: 8+ years of experience in manufacturing operations or automotive OEM environments, with a proven track record leading technical projects at a Senior or Staff Engineer level.

  • Technical Expertise:

  • Proficiency in 3DX/CATIA/Delmia for virtual builds and process planning.

  • Line Balancing experience

  • Deep understanding of GD&T, dimensional variance analysis, and metrology.

  • Familiarity with torque tools (Atlas Copco) and fastening processes.

  • Experience with Closures Systems (ie Doors, Glazings, and Dynamic Sealing Systems)

  • Methodologies: Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, PFMEA, 8D Problem Solving, and MODAPTS

  • Certifications: Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt Certification

  • Skills

    3DX8D Problem SolvingAtlas CopcoCATIAClosures SystemsDelmiaDimensional Variance AnalysisDOORSDynamic Sealing SystemsFastening ProcessesGD&TGlazingsLean ManufacturingLine BalancingMetrologyMODAPTSPFMEAProcess PlanningSix Sigma Black BeltSix Sigma Green BeltTorque ToolsVirtual Builds

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