Autonomous System Test Engineer, Level I

Daimler Truck North America

. Support development of validation strategies using innovative tools and processes for highly automated vehicle platforms .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $71,000 - $91,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in validation strategies for highly automated vehicle platforms, with a strong focus on collaboration, test execution, and data analysis. Proficient in functional safety and validation processes, ensuring compliance with safety objectives and continuous improvement in testing methodologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Validation Strategy DevelopmentTest Case ExecutionFunctional Safety CollaborationFMEA/FTA TechniquesVehicle Measurement Systems

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Hard Skills

Test Case DevelopmentData AnalysisFault AnalysisSystems EngineeringHiL TestingVehicle TestingValidation ProcessesChange ManagementAutomotive EngineeringAerospace Engineering

Soft Skills

TeamworkCommunicationPresentation SkillsCollaborationContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

CANalyzerCANapeVehicle Measurement SystemsLogging DevicesTesting Environments

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in MechatronicsBachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringCommercial Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Automotive Product DevelopmentAerospace Product DevelopmentFunctional SafetyL4 System ValidationProving Grounds Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support development of validation strategies using innovative tools and processes for highly automated vehicle platforms
Collaborate with engineers across multiple disciplines in iterative development cycles
Plan and execute test campaigns involving internal and external stakeholders
Develop conclusions from testing, present results, and investigate issues
Contribute to validation planning, milestone tracking, and implementation of the overall validation concept
Interact with functional safety engineers to ensure validation activities support safety objectives
Keep current with technologies and regulations in L4 system validation
Drive continuous improvement in processes and tools
Execute vehicle and system-level testing at proving grounds, test tracks, and laboratory environments
Analyze vehicle data logs, CAN traces, and test results to identify issues and support root-cause investigations
Support fault-injection, integration, and troubleshooting activities under normal and degraded operating conditions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in mechatronics, computer science, electrical or mechanical engineering, or related field from an accredited college/university
Experience developing, reviewing and executing test cases
Attached resume required
Commercial Driver’s License or ability to acquire one within 1 year of accepting position required
Excellent teamwork skills and strong desire to continuously improve the product
Strong presentation and communication skills
Ability to work and collaborate with remote locations across different time zones
Ability to travel domestically required
Work experience in automotive or aerospace product development related to product validation and/or functional safety preferred
Experience with validation processes and fault analysis techniques, such as FMEA/FTA
Experience with change management and deploying new software tools in a cross-functional environment
Experience with systems engineering preferred
Experience with vehicle measurement systems and logging devices preferred
Understanding of CAN-based tools such as CANalyzer and CANape preferred
Experience with system-level HiL or bench testing environments preferred
Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available
Successful criminal background check required
Pre-employment drug screen may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

401k company contribution with company match up to 8%
Non-elective company contribution of 3–7% depending on age
Starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
Employee assistance program
Comprehensive healthcare plans
Wellness programs
Onsite fitness at some locations
Tuition assistance
Volunteer paid time off
Short-term and long-term disability plans