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Internship Vehicle Crash Test Engineer Jobs in California

Amca

Mechanical Test Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

... vehicles, and core infrastructure America needs. Today, we operate seven factories nationwide ... internship and project team experience is applicable) * Strong understanding of engineering first ...

K2 Space

Integration & Test Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$100K - $140K/yr

As you build your knowledge of the vehicle through manual procedures and vehicle control, you'll be ... internships and design/build/compete extracurricular projects) * Experience testing and ...

Peak Energy

Senior Test Engineer

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

Senior Test Engineer, ESS Location: Burlingame, CA Department: Engineering Reports To: Senior ... includes relevant internships and student group projects * Strong understanding of ...

Peak Energy

Senior Test Engineer

Burlingame, CA

$150K - $200K/yr

Senior Test Engineer, ESS Location: Burlingame, CA Department: Engineering Reports To: Senior ... includes relevant internships and student group projects * Strong understanding of ...

Peak Energy

Senior Test Engineer

Burlingame, CA

$150K - $200K/yr

Senior Test Engineer, ESS Location: Burlingame, CA Department: Engineering Reports To: Senior ... includes relevant internships and student group projects * Strong understanding of ...

Peak Energy

Senior Test Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$150K - $200K/yr

Senior Test Engineer, ESS Location: Burlingame, CA Department: Engineering Reports To: Senior ... includes relevant internships and student group projects * Strong understanding of ...

SpaceX

Development Test Engineer

Hawthorne, CA

$110K - $135K/yr

... vehicles. Our Test Engineers design, fabricate, and implement test equipment as well as conduct development tests for the new structures, components, and mechanisms. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Create test ...

Stratolaunch

Flight Test Engineer

Mojave, CA

Coordinate closely with vehicle engineering teams to define test and data requirements and help identify system safety or operational concerns. * Manage and communicate test-specific vehicle ...

Transdev

L1 - Test Engineer

Atwater, CA · On-site

$104K - $116.48K/yr

Test Engineers shall manage and execute test programs, analyze and interpret results, communicate ... Lead the execution of vehicle and/or functional and performance test workstreams. (Define project ...

Transdev

Test Engineer L1

Atwater, CA · On-site

$104K - $116.48K/yr

Test Engineers shall manage and execute test programs, analyze and interpret results, communicate ... Lead the execution of vehicle and/or functional and performance test workstreams. (Define project ...

Stratolaunch

Flight Test Engineer

Mojave, CA · On-site

Coordinate closely with vehicle engineering teams to define test and data requirements and help identify system safety or operational concerns. * Manage and communicate test-specific vehicle ...

Stratolaunch, LLC

Flight Test Engineer

Mojave, CA

Coordinate closely with vehicle engineering teams to define test and data requirements and help identify system safety or operational concerns. * Manage and communicate test-specific vehicle ...

Transdev

Test Engineer L1

Atwater, CA

$104K - $116.48K/yr

Test Engineers shall manage and execute test programs, analyze and interpret results, communicate ... Lead the execution of vehicle and/or functional and performance test workstreams. (Define project ...

Transdev

L1 - Test Engineer

Atwater, CA

$104K - $116.48K/yr

Test Engineers shall manage and execute test programs, analyze and interpret results, communicate ... Lead the execution of vehicle and/or functional and performance test workstreams. (Define project ...

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What is the difference between Internship Vehicle Crash Test Engineer vs Vehicle Crash Test Engineer?

AspectInternship Vehicle Crash Test EngineerVehicle Crash Test Engineer
CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of engineering or related programBachelor's or higher in mechanical, automotive, or related engineering
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, entry-level tasksFull-time, professional testing facilities, independent responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageAutomotive manufacturers, testing labs, internships for studentsAutomotive companies, safety testing labs, industry standard roles

The main difference is that an Internship Vehicle Crash Test Engineer is a temporary, entry-level position for students or recent graduates gaining hands-on experience, while a Vehicle Crash Test Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for conducting and analyzing crash tests independently. Interns typically work under supervision, whereas full engineers lead testing projects and make critical safety assessments.

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Senior Platform System Vehicle Test Engineer

Zoox

Foster City, CA • On-site

$175K - $239K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Zoox's System Design and Mission Assurance (SDMA) team constructs the Safety Case and validates that our vehicles are safe for autonomous driving. SDMA enables Zoox to rapidly iterate and safely expand capabilities through trustworthy, innovative, and pragmatic safety engineering. As a Platform System Vehicle Test Engineer at Zoox, you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop and test systems that enable and support our robotaxi, ensuring the safety and performance of the closed-loop drive system.
The Platform System Vehicle Test Engineer will have strong technical skills, and a deep understanding of functional safety technical solutions and verification techniques based on ISO 26262 or similar standards. You will be responsible for developing and executing vehicle-level testing for autonomous safety-critical systems.
In this role, you will:
  • Develop and execute the technical and logistical planning of vehicle tests including cross-functional coordination with other teams such as systems requirements, firmware, software motion controls, vehicle engineering, and operations
    Interpret complex test data, and strategize the optimal balance between physical vehicle testing and simulation to ensure comprehensive test coverage
  • Analyze system requirements to understand the safety concept
  • Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, and results
  • Design, develop, and operate the Zoox Robot, test equipment, and instrumentation systems
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues in the field, and trace failures to correct subsystems
  • Perform test data analysis and report test results. Define and develop automated data extraction tools to streamline and continuously improve analysis and reporting.

Qualifications:
  • B.S. or higher degree in Automotive Engineering, Aerospace, Robotics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
  • 6+ years of test engineering experience in the automobile, robotics, or aerospace industry
  • Understanding of vehicle dynamics and vehicle drive and chassis systems (such as motors, brakes, and steering)
  • Understanding of control theory and feedback control systems
  • Confident with automotive electronics and communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)
  • Proficiency with test scripting and data analysis languages such as Python or Matlab
  • Analytical skills and hands-on experience

Bonus Qualifications:
  • Experience developing integration and test plans and procedures for safety critical automotive systems, robotic systems, and/or autonomous vehicles
  • Familiarity with CAPL
  • Experience with Linux Systems, OxTS

$175,000 - $239,000 a year
Base Salary Range
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting reflects the levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We're looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
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If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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