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The Vehicle System Engineer supports the build, integration, and readiness of data collection vehicles used to develop and validate Super Cruise. Working across physical hardware, software, vehicle sensors, compute systems, and data-logging equipment, this role involves planning and executing vehicle builds, configuring sensors, and setting up compute hardware. Daily responsibilities include flashing software and firmware, configuring ECUs, reviewing diagnostic logs, and performing bench and in-vehicle debugging. The engineer must investigate technical issues, coordinate root cause analysis, and track corrective actions to ensure vehicle safety and reliability. Required skills include a background in systems or electrical engineering, knowledge of cameras, radar, and lidar, and proficiency in tools like MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++, Power BI, or SQL. The role addresses the technical challenge of preparing reliable data-collection platforms for autonomous driving development.
Plan and execute the build and integration of data collection vehicles.
Configure vehicle sensors, compute hardware, and wiring harnesses.
Flash software and firmware and configure ECUs and development computers.
Review logs and diagnostic data to perform bench and in-vehicle debugging.
Investigate technical issues and coordinate root cause analysis with other teams.
Track corrective actions and drive technical issues through to resolution.
Monitor system performance and document build configurations and test results.
Prepare vehicles for data-collection activities to ensure safety and reliability.
What we're looking for
Bachelor degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Basic understanding of vehicle sensors, including cameras, radar, and lidar.
Experience with at least one technical programming or analysis tool such as MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++, Power BI, or SQL.
Ability to read system block diagrams, interface specifications, and technical requirements.
Basic knowledge of control systems, signal processing, and embedded systems.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to support vehicle testing.
Familiarity with automotive communication networks such as CAN, LIN, or Automotive Ethernet (preferred).
Internship, co-op, capstone, or project experience in automotive, robotics, autonomous systems, or data analysis (preferred).
ISO 26262
IEC 61508
IEC 62304
DO-178C
Model-Based Systems Engineering
FMEA
Fault Tree Analysis
HIL
real‑time control systems
Vehicle Dynamics
State Estimation
Functional Safety
Systems Engineering
Interface Analysis
Systems Engineering
Signal Processing
Python
Matlab
Lidar
Radar
Camera
Embedded Software
HIL
SIL
Simulation
Requirements Management
JAMA
DNG
Link Analysis
Data Analysis
Sensor Integration
Embedded Software Testing
Sensor Validation
Hardware Test Engineering
Lidar
Radar
Camera
Automotive Communication Busses
Data Collection
Diagnostics
Data Analytics
Test Infrastructure