Senior Development Engineer

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq. 

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it’s a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!

If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary:

FOX is seeking a highly skilled Senior Development Engineer with expertise in electro-mechanical and embedded control systems to drive innovation and technology development. This role will focus on developing new concepts through technology demonstrators and proof-of-concept prototypes in the domain of vehicle suspension, vehicle dynamics, and ride dynamics.

As a key contributor to our R&D and innovation initiatives, you will work on cutting-edge solutions that push the boundaries of performance in vehicle dynamics. You will also be collaborating with experts from various disciplines, ensuring the successful execution of technology development projects.

Position Responsibilities:

• Development of electro-mechanical and embedded systems from concept to functional prototypes by collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
• Execute technical development/integration of electromechanical components, embedded systems and control algorithm development
• Collaboratively create functional criteria and technical requirements
• Perform and or coordinate validation testing and drive system-level improvements
• Create system level schematics, diagrams and documentation
• Conduct system modeling, simulation, and validation
• Support multiple projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with strategic technology roadmaps
• Travel on location to support integration, testing and verification of concepts/proto types

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:

• Proficiency in embedded control systems principles, theories and concepts applied to vehicle chassis control and/or hydraulic & electronic actuators
• Experience developing electro-mechanical components, assemblies and systems
• Experience creating control algorithms utilizing rapid proto-typing hardware and software
• Proficiency C, Python, Simulink programing languages
• Proficiency working with CAN, CAN FD, ethernet, serial and other digital communication standards
• Ability to understand electrical diagrams, schematics and other design documentation
• Release designs following good documentation principles and configuration control methods
• Experience with automotive chassis systems
• Experience with CAD; 3D models, mechanical prints with GD&T
• Fundamental mechanical analysis, including statics, dynamics, stress and thermal
• Experience with suspension systems, shock absorbers and vehicle dynamics
• Demonstrated excitement to learn and quickly examine tough technical problems
• Basic project management (develop and maintain project scope, task lists, timelines)
• Some experience leading departmental and cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives from concept to delivery

Soft Skills

• Excellent technical leadership ability
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to achieve project goals
• Understanding of all phases of the product development lifecycle including design, analysis, debug, verification, transfer to manufacturing, and sustainment
• Strong interpersonal skills including ownership, self-motivated, problem solving, analytical, team player, innovative, creative, communication skills and ability to develop & mutually thrive in working relationships
• Passion for creating compelling and innovative product concepts with an excellent commitment to customer value

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

B.S. or M.S in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, Electrical or Computer Science Engineering

Experience:

• 8+ years developing electro-mechanical components, assemblies and systems
• 5+ years of embedded systems engineering

We expect all FOX employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals.

Competencies:

• Customer Mindset: Exceptional customer experience is primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.
• Adaptability & Innovation: Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.
• Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect.
• Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.
• Decision Making and Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks.
• Talent Development (Self and Others): Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coach/teach in effort to develop and support other employees’ development.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Office Environment

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
Office Environment
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate.  We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.