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Manufacturing Test Engineer

Zoox

Salary$131k - $204k
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Role details

The practical picture
Employment
Full-time
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The role, at a glance

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Zoox is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to develop automated tests for autonomous vehicle sensors and ECUs. The role involves building test solutions for manufacturing lines and working cross-functionally with engineering teams. Candidates need a technical degree and strong experience in Python, shell scripting, and Linux-based manufacturing testing.

Compensation
USD 131,000–204,000 / year

What you need

  • BS in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, physics, or equivalent technical degree
  • 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Strong knowledge of Python and shell (bash) scripting
  • Experience in developing automated manufacturing tests on Linux
  • Strong knowledge of testing and troubleshooting complex electronic assemblies in a manufacturing environment

What you will own

  • Build, release, and support test solutions for use on the manufacturing lines at Zoox and at contract manufacturing partners
  • Develop testing scripts to verify functionality, control test instruments, capture test parameters, and analyze results
  • Implement adequate test coverage across all phases of manufacturing (PCBA, module, system, vehicle)
  • Release updated test programs for new generations of hardware and software
  • Establish best practices and drive continuous improvement on test deployment, runtime, and yield
Core skills
Automated TestingPythonShell ScriptingLinuxPCBA TestingManufacturing Test
Internal freshness window ends Oct 21, 2026
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  • salary “USD 131,000 - 204,000”
  • location “onsite,Foster City, CA”
  • must_have “BS in electrical engineering... 5+ years of relevant experience... Strong knowledge of Python and shell (bash) scripting”
  • remote_scope “onsite,Foster City, CA”
automated testingpythonshell scriptinglinux
Role brief

Zoox is looking for a manufacturing test engineer to be responsible for manufacturing testing of our sensors and ECUs used in our autonomous vehicle.  In this role, you will be developing automated tests for critical components, including but not limited to lidars, cameras, radars, telematics, HV modules, sensor pod accessories, etc.  You will work cross-functionally with our electrical engineering and software teams to develop and test new products and technologies.

We are looking for an engineer who is curious, enthusiastic, and not afraid to embrace new technologies! Ability to work independently as well as organize work around schedules and critical deadlines is a definite plus.

In this role, you will:

  • Build, release & support test solutions for use on the manufacturing lines at Zoox and at contract manufacturing partners

  • Develop testing scripts to verify functionality, control test instruments, capture test parameters, and analyze results for continuous improvement

  • Implement adequate test coverage across all phases of manufacturing (PCBA, module, system, vehicle) through collaboration with other teams

  • Release updated test programs for new generations of hardware and software

  • Establish best practices and drive continuous improvement on test deployment, runtime, and yield

  • Qualifications:

  • BS in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, physics, or equivalent technical degree

  • 5+ years of relevant experience

  • Strong knowledge of Python and shell (bash) scripting

  • Strong knowledge of testing and troubleshooting complex electronic assemblies in a manufacturing environment

  • Experience in developing automated manufacturing tests on Linux.  Ability to debug failures using commands in the terminal

  • Experience working with contract manufacturers.  

  • Familiarity with SMT testing methods

  • Bonus Qualifications:

  • MS in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, physics, or equivalent technical degree

  • Experience in automotive sensors, ECUs, ethernet & communication protocols such as CAN

  • Knowledge of pytest, unittest, or similar test frameworks