Senior/Staff Controls Engineer, Core Development

Nuro • Mountain View, CA

47d

About The Position

Controllers are critical for our autonomy system. We are looking for an experienced Controls Engineer. In this impactful role, you will collaborate with best-in-class engineers to tackle challenging problems and help advance the future of robotics to improve everyday lives.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge in vehicle dynamics, controls theories, control strategy development and testing
• Significant hands-on controls development for L2+ or higher level Automated Driving systems
• Passionate about solving real-world challenging autonomous driving problems
• Fast to learn new areas and adapt quickly to new problems
• Self-starter and good team player with strong drive and accountability
• MS in mechanical, mechatronics, electrical, aerospace, robotics, or closely related fields with focus on Controls
• 3+ years of experience in development of L2 or higher level automated driving controls software and integration with vehicle platform(s)
• Implementation of classical and modern controls methods and/or ML for Controls
• Strong embedded C (preferred) or C++ programming skills
• Proven ability to collaborate within and across teams
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• L4 automated driving system development experience
• Powertrain and/or chassis controls experience
• Functional safety experience
• ASPICE experience

Responsibilities

• Develop robust, reliable and optimized production-level control software following safety standards (ISO 26262)
• Develop proper and robust coupling mechanisms between planner and controller for expanded ODD including parking lot maneuvers through highway driving under various weather conditions and road surfaces
• Investigate Machine Learning for vehicle dynamics and feedback policy to improve vehicle performance, drivability and reduced time for new vehicle platform bringups
• Develop vehicle motion monitors to monitor trajectory tracking and actuator control performance for meeting functional safety requirements
• Collaborate closely with engineers across hardware, base software, upstream autonomy, vehicle testing and system teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees