Test Engineer L1

Transdev•Atwater, CA

1d•$104,000 - $116,480

About The Position

Description Overview: Systems Test Engineer shall be responsible for the evaluation of systems and or features, as well as developing and maintaining evaluation methods. Test Engineers shall manage and execute test programs, analyze and interpret results, communicate results and findings. Test Engineer shall also develop new test methods to improve the quality and scalability of those methods. Transdev is proud to offer: Competitive compensation package of minimum $104,000 – maximum $116,480 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. Key Responsibilities: Decompose system requirements and consequently design 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 Build new processes that improve organization, traceability and clarity Develop new tools that improve the repeatability, efficiency or completeness of testing Create new test frameworks and capabilities, including simulation based, hardware in the loop, or other methods Identify missing or untestable requirements, gaps in design and incomplete implementation Develop novel approaches to evaluate the system Develop and 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 Analyze and interpret results Communicate results and test status. Build 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 Lead the execution of vehicle and/or functional and performance test workstreams. (Define project priorities, tasks and coordinate activities, deliverables, schedules, and delegate 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

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related technical field (ME, EE, CS, Robotics, Controls, Aerospace
4+ years systems test experience
Experience with system engineering principles such as defining requirements and formal verification and validation methods
Test scripting understanding/execution for in-vehicle test automation (including C/C++, Python, Matlab/Simulink)
Demonstrated ability to interact with functional and technical counterparts to ensure system tests meet all required specifications
Demonstrated communications skills and project management skills
In-depth knowledge of vehicle systems and subsystems
Ability to travel (> 20%) and ability to travel on short notice
Able to spend a full day outside, in variable weather conditions
Able to safely maneuver around autonomous-capable vehicles
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
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.
Ability to qualify for an Autonomous Vehicle Tester (AVT) license in states and positions where it’s required
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.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

Decompose system requirements and consequently design 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
Build new processes that improve organization, traceability and clarity
Develop new tools that improve the repeatability, efficiency or completeness of testing
Create new test frameworks and capabilities, including simulation based, hardware in the loop, or other methods
Identify missing or untestable requirements, gaps in design and incomplete implementation
Develop novel approaches to evaluate the system
Develop and 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
Analyze and interpret results
Communicate results and test status.
Build 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
Lead the execution of vehicle and/or functional and performance test workstreams. (Define project priorities, tasks and coordinate activities, deliverables, schedules, and delegate 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