Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:Technical Leadership & Validation:Direct the planning, design, and implementation of validation campaigns across simulation, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and on-vehicle testing environments, concentrating on perception, planning, and control systems. Act as the technical lead for scenario-based testing, utilizing platforms like Applied Intuition or similar for synthetic and re-simulation applications. Oversee AV capability campaigns, utilizing AB Dynamics equipment for comprehensive system validation and performance benchmarking. Develop and implement test plans for intricate mechatronic and software systems, including drive-by-wire (DBW), braking, steering, and system integrations. Test Infrastructure & Analysis:Construct and uphold a robust testing infrastructure using Python, Shell, and automation frameworks, ensuring the architecture is modular, reusable, and scalable. Perform in-depth analysis of logs and system behavior to support root-cause investigations across AV software and hardware components. Quality Assurance & Compliance:Lead QA review cycles, defining entry/exit criteria, regression coverage, and release readiness gates. Guarantee traceability and compliance by documenting procedures, results, and outcomes using tools like Jira, GitLab, and Confluence. Contribute to adherence to safety-critical standards such as ISO26262, ISO21448 (SOTIF), etc.
About the job
The Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Test Engineering team at Motional is dedicated to ensuring the safety, functionality, and performance of our cutting-edge self-driving technology through rigorous and systematic testing protocols. As a Senior AV Test Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in strategizing, planning, and executing extensive test campaigns covering perception, planning, and control systems across various environments, including virtual simulations, closed courses, and public roadways.
In this capacity, you will lead the development of testing initiatives across multiple AV subsystems, mentor junior engineers, and spearhead enhancements to our testing tools, infrastructure, and methodologies. Your leadership will be crucial in driving cross-functional projects that significantly influence product readiness and safety assurance, translating complex engineering specifications into actionable test plans and quantifiable quality metrics. Your contributions will be essential in advancing iterative development, conducting fault injection analyses, and validating safety-critical systems that adhere to the highest standards of reliability and compliance.
About Motional
Motional is pioneering the future of transportation with its advanced self-driving technology, dedicated to making autonomous vehicles safe and accessible for everyone. Our innovative team is committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of autonomous driving, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.