Senior SOTIF Engineer

Torc Robotics • Fort Worth, MI

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About The Position

At Torc, we are a leader in autonomous driving technology, focused on developing software for automated trucks. We are seeking a Senior SOTIF Engineer to join our SW Systems and Safety - Behaviors & Autonomy Team. This team works at the forefront of autonomous trucking and L4 systems, collaborating across various engineering disciplines to ensure safety frameworks are met. The Senior SOTIF Engineer will lead safety-critical initiatives, conduct safety assessments and risk analyses, and drive safety improvements in close collaboration with AI-ML and SW development teams, shaping the future of autonomous trucking.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent with 3+ years relevant experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent with 6+ years relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of automotive, heavy-duty truck, or aerospace products and industries.
• Expertise in ISO 21448 (SOTIF), ISO-PAS 8800 (Safety and AI), ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) with a proven track record of applying these standards in complex engineering environments.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills, with the ability to drive safety initiatives across cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess risks, derive safety requirements, and define verification & validation strategies.
• Highly organized and capable of handling multiple projects in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering teams and leadership.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently while also leading discussions and influencing stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in an environment of ambiguity and rapid change, with the ability to quickly adapt and make informed safety decisions.
• Ability to ethically handle sensitive and confidential information with impartiality and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding / knowledge of AI-ML techniques
• Experience is SW development and knowledge of C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink
• Working knowledge of Jama, CAMEO, and JIRA
• Experience in SAFe AGILE environments

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in evaluating and enhancing the safety and reliability of autonomous trucking systems.
• Work with functional safety engineers, system engineers, design teams, AI-ML engineers, and SW Devs to ensure SOTIF acceptance criteria are met.
• Ensure autonomous systems operate safely and effectively under all conditions.
• Work closely with functional safety and system engineers to ensure SOTIF targets are achieved in autonomous vehicle development.
• Lead SOTIF evaluations and guide engineers to meet SOTIF acceptance criteria.
• Interact with AI-ML engineers and SW Developers to ensure the safety of Torc solutions.
• Identify functional insufficiencies and triggering conditions, providing risk assessment (HIRE analysis) and safety improvements.
• Define areas for design improvement and collaborate with design teams to refine system specifications.
• Evaluate the completeness of design specifications to ensure they meet SOTIF maturity standards.
• Derive acceptance criteria for S>0, C>0 analysis and lead discussions on necessary functional modifications.
• Develop verification and validation targets for known and unknown safety scenarios.
• Support SOTIF-related operational strategies, ensuring the safe deployment of autonomous vehicles.
• Communicate SOTIF achievement metrics and risk assessments to management and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with systems design and architecture teams to ensure SOTIF considerations are integrated into autonomous trucking specifications.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
• 401K plan with a 6% employer match
• Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)
• AD+D and Life Insurance
• Sign-on payments
• Relocation assistance

What This Job Offers

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