Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer

Zoox

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Foster City, CA on site Until 9/29/2026 8+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 31, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description
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! The 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

  • 8+ years of industry experience or equivalent

  • 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

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Bonus Qualifications

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

  • Experience in lidars, cameras, and radars is a definite plus

  • Knowledge of pytest, unittest, or similar test frameworks

  • Knowledge of automotive protocols such as CAN, automotive ethernet

Compensation (from employer):
187000–225000 USD per year

About this role

Summary

Develops and automates manufacturing tests for sensors and ECUs in vehicles

Job title

Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer

Experience level

8+ years

Minimum experience

8+ years exp

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

Foster City, CA; remote not specified

Salary

$187k–$225k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

pythonshell scriptingtesting troubleshootingLinuxelectronic assemblies

Preferred skills

lidarscamerasradarspytestautomotive protocols

Specializations

automated testingelectronicsLinuxsensor testingprotocols
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Foster City, CA, USA

On-site City