Senior System Test Engineer - Simulation

Torc Robotics; Blacksburg, Ann Arbor (VA, MI); Hybrid; USD 153,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Torc Robotics in Blacksburg, VA, is seeking a Simulation Test Engineer to own system-level simulation testing of our autonomous driving software. You will validate perception and autonomous behavior via virtual verification, support development teams, and strengthen robustness and safety of self-driving tech.

You will identify test campaigns, develop scenarios compliant with OpenScenario, and maintain dashboards and reports for clear stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Experience with virtual testing and simulation of perception and autonomous vehicle behavior.
• Ability to develop scenarios compliant with ASM OpenScenario, especially Abstract/Logical.
• Proven experience creating test cases and test procedures.
• Proficient in scripting with yaml and Python for data analysis.
• Strong troubleshooting and system-level analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, plan, and execute simulation test campaigns for AV V&V.
• Interface with Product, Systems, and Safety teams to define simulation strategies.
• Maintain and improve the Scenario Library for ODD coverage.
• Acknowledge testing gaps and derive requirements for tooling and environments.
• Coordinate with internal tools teams and external vendors on toolchains.
• Analyze simulation results and develop dashboards and reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Simulation testing

V&V planning

Scenario development

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Linux experience

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Robotics/Systems Engineering or equivalent

Master's degree with 3+ years experience

Tools

OpenScenario

Python

yaml

Linux

Job description

What you will do

As a Simulation Test Engineer, you will own system-level simulation testing of our autonomous driving software. You will focus on the virtual verification and validation of both perception and autonomous. You will also provide support to Torc’s development and integration teams and be instrumental in growing the robustness and safety of our self-driving technology.

• Identify, plan, and execute simulation test campaigns for autonomous vehicle V&V efforts.
• Interface with Product, Systems, and Safety teams to develop V&V simulation strategies.
• Maintain and improve Torc's Scenario Library, containing Abstract, Logical, and Concrete scenarios to ensure robust ODD coverage.
• Acknowledge testing gaps and derive requirements for new or improved test tools, simulation environments, and test frameworks.
• Coordinate with internal tools teams and external vendors to evolve Torc's simulation and virtual testing toolchains.
• Perform in-depth analysis and triage of simulation results, including development of dashboards and test reports to communicate results clearly to stakeholders.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Systems Engineering, or engineering equivalent with 6+ years of experience OR a Master's Degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Experience with virtual testing and simulation of perception and autonomous vehicle behavior .
• Experience developing scenarios compliant with the ASM OpenScenario standard, especially Abstract and/or Logical Scenarios.
• Experience developing Test Cases and Test Procedures.
• Scripting in .yaml and using Python for data analysis.
• Experience with software and system troubleshooting and problem-solving with specific focus on system-level analysis, fault isolation, and identification .
• Proficiency working in a Linux environment.
• Working knowledge of basic probability and linear algebra.
• Experience effectively reporting progress and test results to stakeholders.
• Familiar with the state-of-the-art approaches of autonomous vehicle validation.

Bonus Points!

• Automotive or similar test and validation experience.
• Experience with developing & validating sensor models, traffic vehicle models, and vehicle dynamics models.
• Ability to mentor lower-level engineers.

Hiring Range for Job Opening

US Pay Range

$153,200 - $183,800 USD

Voluntary Self-Identification

As set forth in Torc Robotics’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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