New Grad Embedded Test Engineer — Automotive HIL & Automation

Applied Intution; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Intuition in Sunnyvale, CA seeks a highly motivated New Grad Embedded Test Engineer to validate automotive systems and ensure safety/quality. You'll bridge software requirements with physical testing across Vehicle Intelligence stacks, working closely with senior engineers and mentors in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

You will gain experience with HIL test benches, Lab Cars, and vehicle testing, while developing Python scripts for test automation and interfacing with OEM customers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, graduating by December 2026.

Responsibilities

• Learn to develop, program, and execute comprehensive test cases based on complex system requirements.
• Gain hands-on experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test benches, Lab Cars, and vehicle testing.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to execute integration tests across automotive components like infotainment, telematics, and sensors.
• Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts when tests fail, working closely with cross-functional development teams.
• Assist in setting up and configuring HIL test environments to validate system performance.
• Write Python scripts for test automation to improve validation efficiency and coverage.
• Work alongside mentors to interface with OEM customers, ensuring smooth integration of functions and clear reporting of test results.

Job description

Applied Intuition in Sunnyvale, CA seeks a highly motivated New Grad Embedded Test Engineer to validate automotive systems and ensure safety/quality. You'll bridge software requirements with physical testing across Vehicle Intelligence stacks, working closely with senior engineers and mentors in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

You will gain experience with HIL test benches, Lab Cars, and vehicle testing, while developing Python scripts for test automation and interfacing with OEM customers