Controls Engineer 2

Zuven technologies Inc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Zuven technologies Inc is seeking a Controls Engineer 2 for our Tucson, AZ on-site team. The role focuses on autonomous truck integration, validation, and real-world test execution to ensure safety and performance of heavy equipment.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of experience in vehicle testing or control systems, with strong troubleshooting and precise technical reporting skills. This is a 1st shift, on-site position with a 40-hour workweek at the Tucson Proving Ground.

Qualifications

• Top 3 required skills: Vehicle Test & Validation / On-Machine Testing (2–4 years)
• Top 3 required skills: Complex System Troubleshooting (Mechanical, Electrical, or Software) (2–4 years)
• Top 3 required skills: Computer Literacy & Technical Reporting (Windows OS, test plan documentation) (2–4 years)

Responsibilities

• Lead real-world test execution for autonomous haul trucks and machinery.
• Analyze data and report defects across cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with off-site software teams to validate systems.

Skills

Vehicle test & validation

Complex system troubleshooting

Technical reporting

Job description

Title: Controls Engineer 2

Location: Tucson, AZ (AZ-Tucson-Proving Ground - On-Site Full Time)

Start Date / End Date: August 17, 2026 August 17, 2028 (24 Months)

Schedule: 40 hours per week (1st Shift)

Equipment: Client provided (client will provide assets)

Interview Process: 1 Round (Virtual/Phone Panel Interview)

Number of Openings: 1

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position serves as an Autonomous Truck Integration and Validation Engineer on the 1st shift proving grounds team. The primary mission of this team is to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of autonomous haul trucks and machinery through rigorous real-world test execution, data analysis, and cross-functional defect reporting.

TOP 3 REQUIRED SKILLS

• Vehicle Test & Validation / On-Machine Testing - 2 to 4 years
• Complex System Troubleshooting (Mechanical, Electrical, or Software) - 2 to 4 years
• Computer Literacy & Technical Reporting (Windows OS, test plan documentation) - 2 to 4 years

ADDITIONAL DESIRED SKILLS

• Linux / Ubuntu Operating Systems
• Autonomous System Architectures (Perception, Planning, Positioning)
• Reading Electrical Schematics & Schematics Analysis
• Heavy Equipment / Mining / Off-Highway Vehicle Domain Knowledge

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate is an adaptable, hands-on test or validation engineer with 2 to 4 years of experience working directly with vehicles, heavy machinery, or complex control systems. They thrive in rugged, field-testing environments and combine good troubleshooting capabilities with clear written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with off-site software teams.

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Background Check : No

Drug Screen : No