Test Engineer L3

Transdev•Atwater, CA

103d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Test Engineer Lead shall be responsible for the evaluation of systems and or features, as well as developing and maintaining evaluation methods. Test Engineer Lead shall manage and execute test programs, analyze and interpret results, communicate results and findings, while coordinating the work of a team of engineers. This role is a blend of technical expertise and people management where the ideal candidate will guide a team of system test engineers in the design, development, and execution of comprehensive test plans to ensure our products meet or exceed performance, functional, and reliability standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related technical field (ME, EE, CS, Robotics, Controls, Aerospace)
6+ 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
Demonstrated Excellent Leadership 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;

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 un-testable 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
Management of smaller engineering team(3-6 engineers), maintaining support and ensuring their projects are developed according to protocol and team standards;
Assign and track progress on projects and/or assigned tasks
Establish periodic 1-1 meetings with the engineering team; mentor, and manage top-notch engineers to meet the needs of large-scale autonomous vehicle deployment
Performance Management- Monitoring progress, providing constructive feedback, and evaluating team members' performance to ensure goals are met. This often includes administrative tasks like performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
Problem Solving- Addressing immediate issues and conflicts that arise within the team or during a project.
Acting as a liaison between the team and upper management, as well as with other departments, to ensure alignment and keep everyone informed.
Support in Recruiting and hiring of the System Test Engineers.
Create a team environment that fosters inclusion, diversity, and respect, and allows team members to thrive personally and professionally
Develop the capability of your team members to take on more complicated workflows.
Build new processes that improve organization, traceability and clarity