Manager, Maintenance Engineering

5 Months ago • 7 Years + • Software Development & Engineering • $172,000 PA - $237,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Zoox is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance operations of its advanced vehicle assembly line. This role is responsible for maintaining cutting-edge manufacturing equipment, including Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Fanuc robots, dispensing equipment, and other advanced systems. The Manager will ensure optimal equipment performance, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and lead contract maintenance technicians in supporting production uptime. Responsibilities include leading and mentoring maintenance technicians, managing schedules, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement, developing and executing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and automation systems, and analyzing maintenance data to improve equipment reliability.
Must have:
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar technical degree
  • 7+ years of equipment engineering or maintenance in a high-tech manufacturing environment
  • 3+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role
  • Strong expertise in maintaining and troubleshooting automated manufacturing systems
  • Familiarity with SAP maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Good to have:
  • Experience with startup OEM vehicle assembly lines
  • Knowledge of industrial automation, PLCs, and robotics
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as OSHA
Perks:
  • paid time off
  • Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
  • Amazon RSUs
  • health insurance
  • long-term care insurance
  • disability insurance
  • life insurance

Job Details

We are inventors, builders, and doers, passionate and purposeful in the work we do. We have a once-in-a-century opportunity to reinvent personal transportation—and we need your help. Zoox is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance operations of our advanced vehicle assembly line. This role, positioned within the Equipment Engineering and Maintenance team, will lead a group responsible for maintaining cutting-edge manufacturing equipment, including Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Fanuc robots, dispensing equipment, and other advanced systems. The Maintenance Manager will ensure optimal equipment performance, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and lead contract maintenance technicians in supporting production uptime.

In this role, you will:

    • Lead and mentor maintenance technicians, manage schedules, and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement
    • Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for AGVs, Fanuc robots, and other assembly line equipment
    • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and automation systems to minimize downtime
    • Analyze maintenance data to improve equipment reliability and support lean manufacturing initiatives
    • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain comprehensive maintenance documentation

Qualifications

    • BS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar technical degree
    • 7+ years of equipment engineering or maintenance in a high-tech manufacturing environment (self-driving, automotive, robotics, or related industry)
    • 3+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role
    • Strong expertise in maintaining and troubleshooting automated manufacturing systems, including Siemens controls, AGVs, and Fanuc robots
    • Familiarity with SAP maintenance management systems (CMMS) and data-driven decision-making
    • Experience building out work instructions, spare parts inventories, and CoHE standards

Bonus Qualifications

    • Experience with startup OEM vehicle assembly lines
    • Knowledge of industrial automation, PLCs, and robotics
    • Familiarity with industry standards such as OSHA and machine safeguarding requirements
$172,000 - $237,000 a year
Base Salary Range

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

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.

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