L2 - Test Engineer

Transdev Alternative Services in Atwater, CA, is hiring a Senior Systems Test Engineer. Senior Systems Test Engineer shall be responsible for the evaluation of systems and/or features, as well as developing and maintaining evaluation methods. Senior Test Engineer shall manage and execute test programs, analyze and interpret results, and communicate results and findings. Senior Engineer shall also develop new test methods to improve the quality and scalability of those methods.

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $120,640 to maximum $137,280

• Benefits package: medical, dental, and vision
• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 6 days
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term disability & long-term disability

• 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
• 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 work streams. (Define project priorities, tasks and coordinate activities, deliverables, schedules, and delegate work to support staff when necessary/appropriate.)
• Mentor and train team members by providing guidance and training in testing methodologies, tools, and best practices to build team expertise
• Coordinate efforts to leverage external resources or expertise for comprehensive system validation testing
• Use simulation tools to model complex scenarios and test system behavior under various conditions, ensuring comprehensive validation of vehicle performance
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues related to autonomous vehicle performance, including sensor discrepancies, software anomalies, and system integrations, to identify root causes and recommend solutions
• Apply Waymo policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct throughout
• Support other general structured testing as needed
• All other duties as assigned

• In-depth knowledge of vehicle systems and subsystems
• Ability to travel (> 10%) and ability to travel on short notice
• 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…