Senior Vehicle Integration Engineer

Motional•Pittsburgh, PA

4h•$125,000 - $167,000•Onsite

About The Position

Motional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. We are seeking a Senior Vehicle Integration Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of complex electrical and mechanical systems for autonomous vehicles. This role involves architecting, analyzing, and optimizing vehicle electrical and networking systems, spearheading the diagnosis and resolution of complex system failures, mentoring junior engineers, developing integration test plans, and authoring technical documentation. The ideal candidate will have expert-level knowledge of vehicle electrical and networking systems, proven experience in root-cause analysis, extensive Linux terminal troubleshooting skills, a deep understanding of computer system architecture, and excellent communication skills. This position is based in our Pittsburgh office and requires in-office days each week.

Requirements

Expert-level knowledge of vehicle electrical and networking systems (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.) with a deep understanding of communication protocols and their limitations.
Proven track record of success in root-cause analysis, systematic issue isolation, and resolution for complex hardware-software integration problems.
Extensive experience with advanced Linux terminal troubleshooting, including scripting and low-level system diagnostics.
Deep understanding of computer system architecture, including embedded systems, processing units, and networking hardware.
Demonstrated ability to author and maintain highly technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and system validation plans.
Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with external suppliers and partners.
Extensive experience with various sensors, including cameras, LiDAR, and RADAR, and an understanding of their integration challenges.
Master's degree or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering, or 10+ years of relevant experience in a senior-level role.

Nice To Haves

Professional proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++ for scripting, automation, and data analysis.
Experience with advanced issue-tracking and project management platforms (e.g., JIRA, Polarion, Confluence), including dashboard creation and workflow optimization.
Working knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262) and their application in autonomous systems.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and integration of complex electrical and mechanical systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring they meet rigorous performance, safety, and reliability standards.
Architect, analyze, and optimize vehicle electrical and networking systems (Automotive Ethernet, CAN) to enhance data throughput, fault tolerance, and system scalability.
Spearhead the diagnosis and resolution of complex, intermittent system failures using advanced debugging tools (e.g., high-speed oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers) and sophisticated PC-based diagnostic and simulation software.
Mentor junior engineers on best practices for system triage, troubleshooting, repair, and validation.
Develop and execute comprehensive integration test plans for new vehicle features and subsystems, coordinating efforts across multiple engineering disciplines and external partners.
Author and maintain high-level technical documentation for system architectures, design requirements, and validation procedures.