(1121104) Autonomous Truck Integration & Validation Engineer

Diversified Services Network•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Autonomous Truck Integration & Validation Engineer to join an onsite, first-shift team in Tucson, Arizona. The role supports autonomous haul truck testing and provides hands-on exposure to large machinery, autonomous systems—including hardware, software, and customer usage—and the full test and validation lifecycle. The engineer will work with a 31-person team, onsite expert operators, and software developers based in Peoria, with opportunities to develop skills in test planning, on-machine testing, and data analysis. The position involves creating and updating test and development plans; conducting on-machine testing; troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and software issues; analyzing test data; documenting and communicating issues; and preparing test reports with recommendations. The engineer will collaborate with software developers to align on technical requirements and engage with operators, team members, and customers to understand needs and feedback. The work environment includes frequent day-to-day interaction with onsite operators and virtual collaboration with developers. The role requires frequently ascending and descending machines while carrying a backpack.

Requirements

2–4 years of relevant experience.
Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum, or equivalent experience in testing or developing control systems, vehicles, engines, or technologies such as autonomy.
Computer literacy, including use of the Windows operating system.
Strong troubleshooting ability in complex systems.
Strong problem-solving ability.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly.
Ability to work independently.
Strong teamwork orientation.
Effective time management.
Ability to frequently ascend and descend machines while carrying a backpack.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Ubuntu or Linux operating systems.
Test planning and documentation experience.
Familiarity with electrical schematics.
Exposure to autonomous systems such as perception, planning, or positioning.
Comparable experience in vehicle testing or validation, or hands-on experience with heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Create and update test and development plans for autonomous haul truck testing.
Execute on-machine testing on autonomous haul trucks to assess system functionality and reliability.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software issues on autonomous haul trucks.
Analyze test data to identify insights and improve system performance.
Thoroughly document and communicate issues identified during testing.
Write test reports and provide recommendations based on testing results.
Collaborate with software development teams based in Peoria to align on technical requirements.
Communicate with onsite expert operators and team members through in-person and virtual meetings, email, and instant messaging.
Engage with end customers to understand their needs and feedback, and apply insights to improve product design and functionality.