Technical Recruiter - Manufacturing Operations (Contract)
Foster City, CA / Hayward, CA
People Experience – Talent /
Contract /
Hybrid
Zoox’s Talent Acquisition team is seeking a Technical Recruiter to support hiring for our Manufacturing Operations (MO) organization. In this role, you’ll partner closely with hiring managers to recruit across a diverse set of positions, ranging from entry-level to senior leadership. Roles will span engineering, program management, and on-the-ground operations, giving you exposure to both technical and business-critical functions.
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a strong track record recruiting for hardware engineering and manufacturing-related roles, and enjoys full ownership of the recruiting process—from intake to close. You’ll play a key role in scaling the teams that directly impact Zoox’s growth and mission.
Please note: this is a contract position to start.
In this role, you will:
- Drive the full-cycle recruiting process, with an emphasis on strong hiring manager partnership and effective candidate advocacy
- Source, screen, and evaluate candidates across engineering and operations disciplines
- Facilitate interviews and hiring decisions in collaboration with hiring managers and leadership
- Manage the offer process, partnering with HR and business stakeholders
- Continuously identify ways to improve both the candidate experience and our recruiting practices
Qualifications:
- 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience (sourcing, screening, and closing candidates)
- At least 2+ years successfully recruiting for hardware roles (e.g., manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, mechatronics engineering)
- Experience working in-house as a recruiter, with proven ability to build trusted relationships with hiring managers
- Ability to evaluate candidates for both technical competencies and team fit
- Skilled at sourcing via LinkedIn and other creative methods
- Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Bonus Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Familiarity with ATS systems (we use Lever), and ability to leverage data to drive hiring strategy
- Interest in the autonomous vehicle or electric vehicle industry
Location
This hybrid role entails working in the office three days per week in our Foster City office (HQ).
Compensation
This is a contract position with potential for full-time employment and employment for this position will be through a vendor contracted with Zoox. The pay range for this position is $60 to $82 per hour, and you will be eligible for a benefits package as offered by the vendor.
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.
