Test Engineer [Internship]

Transdev•Atwater, CA

2d•$26

About The Position

Overview: Intern Systems Test Engineer assists in verifying that software or hardware systems meet requirements and specifications through various testing methods. Intern Test Engineers shall manage and execute test programs, analyze and interpret results, communicate results and findings. They will be gaining hands-on experience in different aspects of system testing during their internship. Transdev is proud to offer: Competitive compensation package of $26.00 Benefits include: Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks Sick days: 5 days Holidays: 6 days Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability. The above listed benefits are the Corporate office policy. Benefits vary by location.

Requirements

Enrolled in Bachelor's Degree program in engineering or related technical field (ME, EE, CS, Robotics, Controls, Aerospace)
Participated in Projects with system engineering principles such as defining requirements and formal verification and validation methods during their engineering tenure.
Knowledge of Test scripting understanding/execution for in-vehicle test automation (including C/C++, Python, Matlab/Simulink)
Ability to interact with functional and technical counterparts to ensure system tests meet all required specifications
Excellent communications skills and project management skills
In-depth knowledge of vehicle systems and subsystems
Able to spend a full day outside, in variable weather conditions
Flexibility with work hours during busy test periods (including weekend and AM or PM shifts
Demonstrate concise and effective communication both verbally and in writing
Possess operational skills and be knowledgeable with systems engineering processes
Be organized, detail oriented and a fast learner
Work independently in ambiguous conditions
Thrive in a fast-paced environment
Required to talk, listen, and hear; Frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, hands to finger, handle or feel, and to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, regularly push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds; Occasionally climb stairs and/or ladders; Must use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; and Most work is accomplished outdoors.
All Transdev employees must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Safety Sensitive Positions will also be subject to a physical screening
Transdev maintains a Drug Free Workplace and may require participation in a random drug screening program.
Transdev reserves the right to perform ongoing background checks for all employees except in states where this is prohibited by state law.
Transdev will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Employees must maintain an acceptable Driving Record suitable to being approved to drive as part of their regular duties.
Records are monitored on an ongoing or regular basis pursuant to local state law.
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions for any employer at any time as required by the USCIS.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]
Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Decompose system requirements and consequently assisting in designing test plans and verification strategies that give Waymo the necessary evidence to release the product / service.
Improve the quality and coverage of the verification of a system
Following test procedures and executing specific test cases to verify the functionality of a system .
Identify issues or defects in the system and documenting them clearly for engineers to address
Identify missing or untestable requirements, gaps in design and incomplete implementation
Maintaining accurate records of test results, test scripts, and defect reports.
Improve processes that increase operational efficiency of test execution
Debug and resolve test-related failures, contribute to the root cause analysis of system-related failures
Preparing the necessary environment for testing, which may include hardware, software, and data .
Analyze and interpret results
Communicate results and test status.
Use dashboards and other visualizations within existing toolsets to make it easier for all stakeholders to interpret test results.
Provide technical guidance to the test team comprised of Test Conductors, Vehicle Operators, Test Assistants
Assist the execution of vehicle and/or functional and performance test workstreams. (project priorities, tasks and coordinate activities, deliverables, schedules, and work to support staff when necessary/appropriate.)
Apply Waymo policies, procedures, standards, code of conduct throughout -including taking personal responsibility for the safety of self and others during testing
Support other general structured testing as needed
All other duties as assigned