Zoox is seeking a Sr. Thermal System Engineer to join our Vehicle System Integration engineering team. In this key role, you will drive the system requirements, functional architecture, integration, and verification activities to achieve end-to-end system capability. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential, as you'll work with vehicle integration, feature integration, firmware, and vehicle component development teams to deliver the overall reliability and performance of our cutting-edge vehicles.

We are looking for an engineer who is passionate about developing a groundbreaking Robotaxi, has a strong system engineering background, has extensive thermal system experience, has system problem-solving skills, and has a commitment to deliver on time.

In this role, you will:

Lead Thermal System and controls for an autonomous robotaxi.
Design system technical specifications and SFMEA for cabin and component thermal management.
Develop system design and integration test plans to ensure optimal thermal performance, safety, and efficiency for subsystems (battery, powertrain, computing), considering cost, mass, and latency.
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams for system requirements and integration.
Ensure subsystems fulfill requirements and interfaces.
Participate in tech reviews for supplier evaluation and guarantee V&V tests are captured.
Create System FMEAs, diagnostics, and fault reactions for safe operation. Lead issue triage (log/code reviews, HW investigation).
Travel domestically/internationally (2 weeks/year)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field.
At least 10 years of experience in thermal engineering, preferably in EVs or automotive systems.·
Strong system-level understanding of diverse vehicle thermal architectures for both cabin and component conditioning.
Familiarity with thermal management requirements specific to autonomous compute,
High Voltage Battery, and power electronics in EV platforms.
Strong foundation in heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
Experience utilizing thermal simulation and system modeling tools, alongside knowledge of thermal controls and calibration concepts.
Deep knowledge of developing automotive systems using model-based processes.
Deep knowledge of developing electrical systems and subsystems requirements, with proficiency in tools like IBM DOORS, Siemens Polarion, or similar.
Knowledge of automotive electrical architectures, including communication protocols (CAN/LIN/Ethernet), application, and defining Physical & Functional interfaces.
Knowledge of Automotive Diagnostics (UDS) routines and the Functional Safety Standard (ISO 26262).

Bonus Qualifications

Experience with ISO26262
Experience in Model Based System Design process
Experience in real time embedded software architecture, e.g., AUTOSAR
Experience in advanced embedded software architecture, e.g., LINUX

About Zoox

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note:

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Senior Thermal System Engineer