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Zoox is an autonomous mobility company that’s created a purpose-built robotaxi to give the world a better way to ride.
The Role
The Industrial Engineer will optimize logistics operations, design efficient layouts, enhance process performance, and support product launches while ensuring data accuracy.
Summary Generated by Built In
Zoox is seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to lead the design and execution of logistics and material flow strategies across our manufacturing and distribution operations. The ideal candidate brings expertise in warehouse design, automotive logistics, and product launch readiness, with a focus on driving efficiency, optimizing material movement, and enabling scalable operations within our growing footprint.
You’ll join a collaborative team dedicated to innovation, continuous improvement, and building a safer and more sustainable urban future.
In this role, you will:
- Lead and drive material flow strategy across our manufacturing and distribution operations, ensuring stakeholder engagement and timely project completion against company milestones
- Develop efficient and effective warehouse and manufacturing operations. This includes planning lineside layouts and equipment, considering factors such as material flow, storage capacity, and operational requirements. Partner closely with cross-functional teams during new product launches to ensure smooth coordination of logistics operations. Serve as a liaison to align communication, timelines, and operational requirements
- Identify and drive process improvements that reduce cost and increase efficiency
- Lead initiatives involving lean practices, automation, and technology adoption
- Analyze material flow to uncover bottlenecks and inefficiencies. Implement strategies that reduce lead times, improve throughput, and optimize inventory levels
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Define and maintain KPIs to measure logistics performance and effectiveness. Track progress and provide visibility to leadership
- Translate company goals into operational objectives for the team. Promote productivity, collaboration, and integration within the broader organization
- Proven experience leading cross-functional teams
- Strong project management skills
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience supporting automotive or high-tech manufacturing environments
- Exposure to automation, warehouse technology, or advanced material handling systems
- Experience implementing lean systems in scaling organizations
- Simulation or advanced modeling capabilities
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.
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Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] 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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The Company
What We Do
Zoox is an autonomous mobility company that was founded to provide a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable future on the road. To achieve that goal, the company has spent the past 10 years creating a purpose-built robotaxi that gives the world a better way to ride.
Why Work With Us
At Zoox, we are working to solve one of the greatest technological challenges of our generation. From the beginning, we have been focused on our goal of reimagining transportation from the ground up. We are a mission-driven community of innovators working together to create a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable future on the road.
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