Controls Engineer

Cintal, Inc. • Tucson, AZ

3d • $90,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Automation Validation Engineer position develops, tests, and troubleshoots autonomy software systems used for autonomous machines. The work generally includes onboard system validation integrated with current machine systems, covering autonomy subsystem areas such as Planning, Perception, and Positioning, as well as supporting infrastructure for calibration, simulation, analytics, and machine-learning development pipelines.

The role emphasizes quality through thorough test planning and execution, along with clear documentation and communication of issues. It also requires advanced data and systems analysis to troubleshoot complex issues from testing or customer sites and to examine test-site information to improve overall system performance. Strong communication is expected for technical status updates, test plan reviews, and close collaboration with other autonomy validation engineers.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum, or experience in test or development of control systems, vehicles, engines, or technologies such as autonomy in lieu of a degree.
• Computer literacy, including use of the Windows operating system.
• Experience troubleshooting issues in complex systems.
• Knowledge of Ubuntu or Linux operating systems.
• Test planning and documentation skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of autonomous systems such as perception, planning, or positioning.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Create and update test and development plans for autonomous haul truck testing.
• Execute testing on autonomous drills.
• Analyze test data.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or software issues for autonomous haul trucks.
• Thoroughly document and communicate issues found during testing.
• Write test reports and provide recommendations based on testing experience.
• Develop, test, and troubleshoot autonomy software systems used for autonomous machines.
• Perform onboard system validation integrated with current machine systems, including autonomy subsystems and supporting development infrastructure.
• Conduct test planning and execution with a strong quality focus.
• Perform data and systems analysis to troubleshoot complex issues from test or customer sites and help improve system performance.
• Provide technical status updates, review test plans, and work closely with other autonomy validation engineers.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Two weeks of paid time off per year, prorated for the current year based on start date.
• Access to medical insurance, including dental and vision coverage.
• Eligibility for life insurance and short- or long-term disability coverage, or long-term care coverage.
• 401(k) eligibility with an annual employer contribution.
• Relocation expense reimbursement up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis.
• Yearly bonus based on company performance.
• Visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level