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Director of Geometric Integration

As the Director of Geometric Integration, you will be responsible for the delivering compatible vehicle concepts and configurations, including design for dimensional control. You will need to be capable of leading the development of the complete vehicle layout from first principles through to series production release considering all quality, regulatory, design and manufacturing constraints.

In this role, you will

Define and develop vehicle set up and tactics.
Management of Architecture modular commonality strategy, interfaces, and Geometric bandwidths.
Leading the vehicle package team in the geometric integration and balancing of the vehicle concepts
Responsible for team leading design for dimensional control throughout the product lifecycle
Leading Studio Engineering within the Styling Technical Convergence process
Responsible for the team providing CAD support, mentoring, and training to the Vehicle Dev teams
Responsible for defining complete vehicle prerequisites and boundary conditions for system engineering.
Driving and solving complex geometric integration issues during virtual and physical prototype stages
Verification and correlation of virtual geometric configurations and kinematics within Physical builds
Overall responsibility for the 3D layout of the vehicle via the DMU (Digital Mock-up)
Chair applicable cross-functional packaging and layout reviews.
Communicate efficiently and effectively and demonstrate strong presentation skills at all review levels
Competence development of the all the teams within Geometric Integration
Identifying and executing processes and strategies to improve team efficiency

Qualifications

Proven team leader with team building, team management, problem solving and communication skills.
15+ years in vehicle engineering in various departments and roles
Strong background in complete vehicle configurations and dependences
Strong cross functional experience with Studio, Engineering, Suppliers and Quality
Knowledge of Manufacturing and Assembly processes
Knowledge of human ergonomics and regulation requirements.
Broad understanding of the stepped process flow and requirements in a vehicle development process.
Experience in in Product Lifecycle Management adopted in automotive (ex-Jira)
Strong knowledge of CATIA V5/V6 and PLM systems
Bachelor of Science within Mechanical Engineering or similar

Bonus Qualifications

Automotive or aerospace experience
Experience with automotive functional safety standards
Experience with vehicle dynamics

Compensation

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $286,000 to $360,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. 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.

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What You Should Know About Director of Geometric Integration, Zoox

Welcome to Zoox, where the Director of Geometric Integration position awaits you in the vibrant city of Foster City, CA! In this key role, you'll take the reins on delivering seamlessly compatible vehicle concepts and configurations, dabbling in design for dimensional control, and leading the charge in developing the complete vehicle layout from the ground up. Your expertise will be essential not only in driving high-quality outputs but also in ensuring adherence to regulatory and design constraints as we stride toward series production release. Embracing the art of communication, you'll lead the vehicle package team, tackle complex geometric integration challenges, and champion the Studio Engineering process within the Styling Technical Convergence framework. Moreover, your seasoned experience in CAD support, mentoring, and training will help elevate the capabilities of our Vehicle Development teams. With responsibilities ranging from defining complete vehicle prerequisites to chairing cross-functional packaging reviews, your role is integral to the success of the engineering process. If you have over 15 years in vehicle engineering and a passion for inspiring teams through innovative problem-solving and strategic execution, then this position may be perfect for you. At Zoox, we believe in rewarding your expertise with a competitive salary that ranges from $286,000 to $360,000, alongside an appealing set of benefits, including Amazon Restricted Stock Units and performance-based compensation.

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What does a Director of Geometric Integration do at Zoox?

At Zoox, as the Director of Geometric Integration, you lead the design and integration of vehicle geometry, ensuring that all vehicle concepts and configurations are compatible and meet quality and regulatory standards. You will manage a team focused on geometric integration and dimensional control throughout the vehicle development process.