Thermal Attribute Engineer, Heat Protection

Join us as a Thermal Attribute Engineer specializing in Heat Protection and be at the forefront of innovation in autonomous vehicle technology In this pivotal role, you'll develop cutting-edge thermal solutions for Zoox robots, leading simulations, testing, and data analysis. Your expertise will shape vehicle-level requirements and drive the development, testing, and validation of groundbreaking solutions. You'll regularly update leadership on your progress and see how your work impacts the future of transportation. If you're passionate about solving complex challenges and eager to redefine the passenger experience, we want to hear from you—come be a part of something extraordinary

In This Role, You Will

• Set vehicle heat-protection targets, communicate the vision, develop development plans, and lead cross-functional teams.
• Cascade requirements to subsystems, establish best practices, and integrate thermal considerations early.
• Lead heat-protection workstreams, support testing and validation, analyze risk data, and ensure milestone progress.
• Track fleet thermal performance, investigate incidents, report metrics, and drive continuous enhancements.
• Present updates on heat protection status, track issues, and report status to the wider vehicle attribute team
• Track open issues and ensure progress to closure using Zoox systems (Jira, Confluence)

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in thermal engineering or heat