Test Engineer L1

Transdev North America; Atwater (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation: 2 weeks

Sick days: 5

Holidays: 6

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance (short-term &

Job summary

Transdev North America is seeking a Systems Test Engineer in Atwater, CA to evaluate complex systems, design test plans, and run test programs. The role focuses on improving verification methods, developing new tools, and ensuring reliable test results.

Candidates should have advanced engineering education and hands-on scripting for in-vehicle testing. Responsibilities include leading test workstreams, building dashboards, and communicating findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with minimum 2 years of experience.
• Experience with system engineering principles including requirements definition and validation methods.
• Test scripting for in-vehicle test automation (C/C++, Python, Matlab/Simulink).
• Ability to interact with functional and technical counterparts to ensure tests meet specifications.

Responsibilities

• Decompose system requirements to design test plans and verification strategies.
• Improve quality and coverage of system verification.
• Develop new test methods and tools to increase repeatability and efficiency.
• Create test frameworks including simulation-based and hardware-in-the-loop approaches.
• Lead vehicle and functional test workstreams and coordinate resources as needed.
• Provide technical guidance to the test team and communicate results with dashboards.

Skills

Vehicle systems knowledge

Systems engineering

Communication skills

Ambiguity tolerance

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (ME/EE/CS/Robotics/Controls/Aerospace)

Tools

C/C++

Python

Matlab/Simulink

Job description

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

Transdev Is Proud To Offer

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $104,000 to maximum $120,642

Benefits Include

• 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

Key Responsibilities

• 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
• Analyze and interpret results
• 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 workstreams. (Define project priorities, tasks and coordinate activities, deliverables, schedules, and delegate work to support staff when necessary/appropriate.)
• Apply Waymo policies, procedures, standards, code of conduct throughout
• Support other general structured testing as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• 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

Physical Requirements

• 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 work is accomplished outdoors.

Required Education And Experience

• Master’s Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 2 years of experience
• Bachelors/ Masters Degree in technical field (ME, EE, CS, Robotics, Controls, Aerospace)
• 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
• Demonstrate communications skills and project management skills

Pre-Employment Requirements

• All Transdev employees must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Safety Sensitive Positions will also be subject to physical screening
• Transdev maintains a Drug Free Workplace and may require participation in a random drug screening program.
• Transdev reserves the right to perform ongoing background checks for all employees except in states where this is prohibited by state law. Transdev will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
• Employees must maintain an acceptable Driving Record suitable to being approved to drive as part of their regular duties. Records are monitored on an ongoing or regular basis pursuant to local state law.
• Ability to qualify for an Autonomous Vehicle Tester (AVT) license in states and positions where it’s required

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions for any employer at any time as required by the USCIS

Transdev Maintains a Drug-free Workplace. Applicants Must

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and 29 candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]