This position is looking for a highly motivated flight test engineer, and test lead with emphasis in developmental test of a new and revolutionary Group 5 UAS. You will work heavily with the program leadership and a wide spectrum of cross-departments to help build a team focused on solving hard problems and changing the industry forever. The role will be responsible for assisting on planning, coordination, execution and reporting on all facets of the test program.

The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril works across the entire spectrum of products and business lines, as well as all flight operations and test range management. Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing and much more. In short, if it involves test, we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• As a lead Flight Test Engineer, under minimal supervision, you will determine, develop and recommend various approaches to achieve T&E goals set by Anduril T&E and Program leadership. You will manage, guide, and execute technical efforts of the Fury development test program. You will provide direct input to test event planning, preparation, execution and reporting.
• This position will focus heavily on new aircraft development, with emphasis on envelope expansion, flying qualities, vehicle autonomy, and test in operational environments.
• You will be responsible for ensuring comprehensive flight test campaign execution of multiple test articles in support of high-risk test events.
• Test duties include the testing hardware and software in laboratory, ground and flight test environments, with emphasis placed on resource planning. You will be expected to seek process improvements to increase test efficiency across all test environments.
• You will be directly responsible for supporting test execution at government test facilities with USG partners.
• You will facilitate and lead the technical interactions between disparate engineering teams. You will coordinate across the members of T&E IPT, including Flight Operations and Maintenance.
• You will directly contribute to periodic and milestone engineering reviews, often facilitating technical discussions between Anduril and customer representatives.
• Faced with numerous technical and execution challenges, you will be expected to develop creative solutions to unique problems. You will be biased for action — you are empowered to engage your team to solve and fix any problem you encounter without direct supervision.
• You will be part of an organization that challenges traditional T&E paradigms and is poised to affect the trajectory of the flight test industry.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience as test conductor/director for developmental aircraft, weapons, or missile systems.
• A bachelor's degree or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Test engineering experience working with developmental systems of manned and/or unmanned aircraft to include requirements development, test planning and execution, and test reporting.
• Must have a complete understanding of Test & Evaluation engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; with experience demonstrating a broad application of those areas. This includes experience working across program Integrated Product Teams to influence system design or configuration.
• Previous experience with and current working knowledge of DCMA INST 8210, MIL-STD-516, 14 CFR, and service related T&E guiding documents. Foundational expertise and working knowledge of the National Airspace System, government restricted airspace and UAS operating rules and regulations thereof.
• Prior experience conducting development flight test operations at military ranges.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Strong computer and documentation experience.
• Must have strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.
• Experience with large aircraft development and working with the Department of Defense (DoD)
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution
• Ability to immediately obtain a U.S. Top Secret-Level security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 15+ years experience in Test & Evaluation, or related technical fields.
• Previously held a role as the Flight Test Engineering Lead
• Been a part of the first flight of a developmental aircraft, or major aircraft system.
• Bias for action – if you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it
• Experience managing individuals or teams of multiple individuals
• Experience with large UAS development
• Previous experience working within a Combined Test Force or equivalent

Mission Summary:

Motional’s onboard autonomous driving system team works at the intersection of software engineering, machine learning, sensors, and hardware compute platforms to evolve Motional’s next-generation on-board autonomous driving system. As part of this team, the High Performance Compute Platform team is responsible for Motional’s current and next-generation onboard autonomous driving system. If you are a software engineer and love the idea of working on embedded AI hardware and software compute systems to create the next generation of autonomous vehicles, we would love to talk with you. We are hiring in a range of levels, from graduate engineers to Staff engineers.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Design and develop infrastructure software on various hardware platforms for applications such as vision processing, radar systems, safety monitoring, etc., to be run on self-driving vehicles.
• Design test harnesses for embedded software components and full systems
• Provide technical mentorship to engineers.
• Proactively work with cross-functional engineering teams to solve complex and interesting problems.
  
  

What We're Looking For:

• Experience with creating detailed requirements from use cases.
• Ability to lead a technical initiative, including breaking down work and guiding other engineers through execution.
• Experience writing software for embedded platforms in C and C++.
• Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• Experience working on embedded Linux / RTOSs.
• Experience working with networks (Ethernet, CAN etc.) and the common networking protocols.
• Experience with debugging on embedded platforms.
• Experience writing software in Python and experience doing automation with shell scripting.
• Experience working with ARM Cortex MCUs or Microprocessors.
  
  

Bonus Points (not required):

• Experience working with large data pipelines, and platforms that require deterministic execution.
• Experience using inter-system communication protocols such as I2C and SPI
• Experience deploying Machine Learning models.
• Experience working with GPUs.
• Experience working directly with the Linux kernel or Device Drivers.
• Experience with Simulation and Code Generation, and knowing when their use is appropriate.
• Experience working with Bazel.
• Experience integrating various sensors, including Cameras, IMUs, Radars, LIDARs.
• Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX, and/or other ML frameworks. 
  
  

We encourage a hybrid schedule with in-office time at one of our locations in Boston, Pittsburgh, or Las Vegas to support collaboration, or this role can be fully remote.

Role Summary

This role requires a blend of deep technical knowledge, regulatory acumen, and strategic thinking to ensure that all firmware and software for Solid-State Transformers (SST) adhere to the highest standards of safety, reliability, and compliance. 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and oversee compliance implementation for SST firmware and software to meet or exceed industry standards and regulations 

• Continuously perform risk assessments to identify potential compliance issues in firmware development processes and implementation 

• Design, develop, and execute compliance testing protocols, ensuring software meets all regulatory requirements 

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for compliance activities, including test results, compliance reports, and change management logs 

• Assess and audit complete development toolchain for compliance risks and vulnerabilities 

• Work with product and compliance teams to maintain clear communication with regulatory agencies or auditors 

• Guide developers to follow a compliance by design philosophy for relevant software 

• Work with engineers to solve complex problems and ensure project milestones are met 

• Stay updated with new technologies and methodologies to enhance compliance efficiency and effectiveness 

Qualifications: 

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, etc. with 5+years of professional experience or combined equivalent experience with evidence of exceptional ability 

• 3+years of experience with software compliance, regulatory agencies, and preferably functional safety or electrical standards (IEC 62443, UL 1998, UL 5500, IEC 60730, IEC 62351, etc.) 

• Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded systems 

• Experience with software and firmware testing frameworks 

• Excellent written and verbal communications in English, especially where compliance documentation is concerned 

• Excellent analytical skills to conduct risk assessments and safety analysis (FMEA, HAZOP, etc.) 

Motional’s Las Vegas office is located less than 10 miles from the Las Vegas strip at 730 E Pilot Road and is home to one of the largest fleets of self-driving vehicles. The city’s grid system of roads and being one of America’s “smart cities” allows for extensive research and development testing.

Mission Summary:

We are seeking a motivated Test Control Engineer to join our Team. In this strong intermediate level role, you will take full ownership of assigned tasks within defined test execution procedures and support the broader Test Engineering team in validating sophisticated autonomous systems. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will ensure our vehicles and systems are mission-ready through rigorous readiness checks, real-time monitoring, and low-level subsystem validation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Execution & Readiness: Take full ownership of assigned tasks within defined test procedures, including specific checklist items and system monitoring. Perform all pre- and post-test readiness checks completely, accurately, and on time. 
• Set up, configure, and operate AB Dynamics systems (GST, Launchpad), including target preparation and robot operation.
• Execute structured scenario-based testing using track infrastructure and robotic platforms.
• Subsystem Validation: Execute and support fault injection and low-level control testing for critical subsystems, including actuator-level behavior (throttle, brake, steering) against expected control responses and safety constraints.
• System Monitoring: Provide timely and accurate real-time monitoring of assigned system statuses during testing to ensure safe and successful execution.
• Technical Support: Execute basic configuration and setup of instrumentation and telemetry. Assist in on-vehicle and off-vehicle tests focusing on critical components such as control systems and perception.
• Utilize Vector tools (CANalyzer/CANoe) for live debugging, signal tracing, and post-test analysis.
• Documentation & Triage: Maintain accurate, organized, and complete logs of all test activities. 
• Analyze vehicle logs (CAN, telemetry, system logs) to identify anomalies and support root cause analysis (RCA).
• Collaborate directly with developers to reproduce issues and validate fixes.
• Issue Escalation: Promptly and clearly escalate all anomalies or issues to a senior engineer immediately upon detection.
• Simulation Support: Support testing within virtual environments, including Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) platforms.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with laptop computers, GSuite apps, and touchscreen smartphones. Strong familiarity with Linux environments and a general understanding of low-level vehicle control systems.
• Hardware & Tools: Basic exposure to automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and tools like CANalyzer or CANoe for bus-level debugging.
• Programming & Data: Basic exposure to scripting languages such as Python, Bash/Shell, or SQL. Ability to analyze logs to assess system behavior.
• Communication: Proactive communicator who raises issues early and clearly with minimal prompting. Demonstrated ability to operate as a self-starter in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Professionalism: Punctual, reliable, and a strong team player who works cooperatively as a supportive member of the test execution team.
• Operational Requirements: Must be able to safely maneuver around autonomous vehicles and multitask with various technologies. Ability to work flexible shifts (mornings, evenings, weekends, or overnights) and travel up to 15% with short notice. Hands-on work at test track environments is a core part of this role. Comfortable working around vehicles, hardware, and test equipment daily.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to sit for extended periods and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Must be comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Driver’s License: A valid driver's license is required.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• General awareness of industry safety standards such as ISO 26262 and ISO 21448 (SOTIF).
• Experience with automated test case execution.
• Experience with track-based testing using robotics platforms.
• Experience testing low-level vehicle control systems (body-controls, braking, steering)
  
  

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and at times for long periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here represent those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, road conditions, and pedestrian traffic.  The team member is regularly exposed to mechanical and computer parts. The team member is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles.  The noise level in the environment is low to moderate.

Motional AD LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and we welcome all qualified applicants.  All applicants will receive impartial consideration regarding race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or another legally protected status.  Motional AD LLC is a Drug-free workplace.

Mission Summary:

The Staff Systems Safety Engineer:

• Oversees the development and implementation of engineering safety processes for our autonomous vehicle systems
• Is responsible for reviewing hazards, risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with industry safety standards (ISO 26262, SOTIF, and ASIL).
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and AI engineers, to ensure integration of safety into the design and validation of our AV system
  
  

Essential Duties:

• Ensure and oversee the development and implementation of  system safety processes for autonomous vehicle platforms.
• Ensure hazard analysis and risk assessments (HARA) for AV components and subsystems are conducted.
• Assist in the definition and verification of functional safety requirements in compliance with ISO 26262 and SOTIF (ISO 21448).
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and AI teams to integrate safety measures into perception, decision-making, and control systems.
• Support the development of failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and fault tree analysis (FTA) for AV systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry safety standards, including SAE J3016, NHTSA, and UNECE WP.29.
• Ensure the development and execution of safety verification and validation plans, including simulation, testing, and real-world driving scenarios.
• Work with certification bodies and regulators to ensure safety case documentation and approval processes.
• Contribute to the development of safety culture within the organization by providing guidance and training
  
  

Qualifications:

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field 

Technical / Specialized Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• 5+ years industry and 3+ years of experience in safety engineering for automotive, aerospace, or robotics systems.
• Strong knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 26262, SOTIF, ASIL).
• Knowledge of systems / software engineering standards (INCOSE, ISO15288, ASPICE CMMI)
• Experience with hazard analysis, risk assessment, and safety case development.
• Proficiency in safety analysis tools (e.g., Medini Analyze, Ansys, Fault Tree+, FMEA software).
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle architectures, including perception, planning, and control systems.
• Experience working with real-time embedded systems and software safety.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with machine learning safety challenges in AVs.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles related to vehicle safety (ISO/SAE 21434).
• Experience in safety assurance for AI-driven systems.
• Previous work with automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or AV startups

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and at times for long periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to the office environment, outside weather conditions, road conditions, and pedestrian traffic.  The team member is regularly exposed to mechanical and computer parts. The team member is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles.  The noise level in the environment is low to moderate. When traveling, the team member will be exposed to airports, airplanes, hotels and public transportation environments.

This role is based in our Pittsburgh or Las Vegas office and requires in-office days each week.

Mission Summary:

At Motional, we're transforming how autonomous vehicles discover critical intelligence hidden within petabytes of multimodal sensor data. Our next-generation autonomous driving stack depends on finding the rare edge cases, long-tail scenarios, and model errors that matter most. Omnitag, our ML-powered multimodal data mining framework, is the engine that powers this discovery.

As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer on the Data Mining team, your mission is to build the "Brain" of this engine: designing massive multimodal Teacher models that understand the world, and distilling them into hyper-efficient Student models that can scour exabytes of data in near real-time. You will work at the intersection of large-scale representation learning, retrieval optimization, and reasoning systems. Your work will directly influence how we compress knowledge into efficient encoders for fast search, and how we apply reinforcement learning to optimize data discovery workflows and intelligent querying. By building smarter mining tools, you will accelerate the entire model improvement lifecycle for teams working on post-training analysis, error diagnosis, and dataset curation.

What You'll Do:

• Architect and Train Distilled Models: Design and implement teacher-student model frameworks for multimodal sensor data. Develop training pipelines for knowledge distillation. Ensure student models maintain high accuracy while drastically reducing inference latency and memory footprint.
• Reinforcement Learning for Data Discover: Build RL-based policy learning and reasoning systems for autonomous driving applications. Implement and scale RL training workflows (e.g., PPO, DQN, actor-critic methods) for simulation and real-world interaction. Explore reward shaping, environment modeling, and multi-agent RL where applicable.
• Optimize Model Deployment for Real-Time Inference: Collaborate with backend engineers to deploy distilled and RL models into production. Optimize for latency, throughput, and hardware efficiency across GPU/CPU clusters. Implement model versioning, A/B testing, and monitoring for performance regressions.
• Research and Integrate Agentic Systems: Explore and prototype agentic workflows for autonomous reasoning, chain-of-thought prompting, and goal-directed behavior. Integrate such systems into our broader autonomy stack as experimental or production components.
• Drive Production Reliability: Establish patterns for graceful degradation, fault tolerance, and cost optimization. Operate Omnitag as a mission-critical data platform serving the entire ML organization, with a focus on reliability, debuggability, and operational excellence.
• Mentor and Collaborate: Work closely with ML scientists, data engineers, and autonomy teams to translate research advances into scalable engineering solutions. Guide junior engineers in best practices for model training, evaluation, and deployment.

What We're Looking For:

• BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 6+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning engineering, with a focus on model post training, optimization, and deployment.
• Strong experience with model distillation or teacher-student training - practical knowledge of loss functions, training strategies, and evaluation of compressed models.
• Proven experience with reinforcement learning in production or research settings: policy optimization, reward design, simulation environments, and RL-based reasoning.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX).
• Strong software engineering fundamentals: testing, CI/CD, containerization, and system design.
• Experience deploying ML models in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and optimizing for inference.
• Demonstrated ability to ship production-grade ML systems and mentor team members.
• Demonstrated track record of shipping robust, well-tested, production-grade systems and mentoring junior engineers

Bonus Points (Nice-to-Haves):

• MS/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field.
• Experience with agentic systems, autonomous reasoning, chain-of-thought models, or LLM-based planning.
• Background in autonomous driving, robotics, or real-time decision-making systems.
• Familiarity with multimodal learning, sensor fusion, or embodied AI.
• Experience building active learning loops, using the model to find the data that breaks the model.
• Experience with ML-based data mining, active learning, or contrastive learning.
• Knowledge of model serving tools (TF Serving, Triton, TorchServe) and MLOps platforms.
• Publications or open-source contributions in RL, distillation, or efficient ML.
  
  

We encourage a hybrid schedule with in-office time at one of our locations in Boston, Pittsburgh, or Las Vegas to support collaboration, or this role can be fully remote.

Mission Summary:

The Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Test Engineering team at Motional is responsible for validating the safety, functionality, and performance of our self-driving technology through rigorous, system-level testing. As an AV Test Engineer, you will take a lead role in the strategy, planning, and execution of comprehensive test campaigns that span perception, planning, and control systems across virtual, closed-course, and public road environments.

Motional is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior/Mid-Level AV Test Engineer to join our AV Test Engineering team. You will play a lead role in validating the safety, functionality, and performance of our self-driving technology through rigorous, system-level testing across virtual, closed-course, and public road environments, with a direct focus on commercial readiness of our robotaxi service.

This role requires a proven technical leader who can guide test development, drive continuous improvements to our infrastructure, and ensure high standards for release readiness and safety assurance as we move towards mass deployment.

What you'll work on:

• Own the planning, design, and execution of comprehensive validation campaigns across Perception, Planning, and Control systems using simulation, SIL, HIL, and on-vehicle environments, specifically targeting scenarios critical for robotaxi service reliability and rider experience.
• Drive test execution and documentation to meet the highest standards, ensuring system compliance with safety-critical standards (ISO26262, ISO21448 (SOTIF)), with an emphasis on Operational Design Domain (ODD) limits and safe fallback behavior.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance robust, scalable test infrastructure and automation frameworks using Python, Shell, and relevant platforms to support high-volume, fleet-wide software rollouts.
• Serve as a technical lead for scenario-based testing (using tools like Applied Intuition) and AV capability campaigns, focusing on testing for end-to-end mission performance and service uptime.
• Service Readiness Validation:
  • Design and execute testing for non-driving features critical to the commercial service, including rider interactions, remote assistance handoffs, fleet operations protocols, and over-the-air (OTA) update verification.
  • Define and track Service Quality Indicators (SQI) and KPIs related to rider experience and operational efficiency during validation.
• Conduct detailed log analysis, support root-cause investigations across AV software and hardware, and utilize CAN-based tools for subsystem verification, particularly diagnosing issues impacting fleet efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Lead QA review cycles, define release readiness gates for commercial software, represent Test Engineering in cross-functional forums, and mentor junior engineers.

What we're looking for:

• 5+ years in software QA or system testing, specifically within AV, ADAS, robotics, or safety-critical systems.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Robotics, ECE, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Technical Expertise:
• Demonstrated expertise in test strategy, automation, and end-to-end testing for complex mechatronic/autonomous systems.
• Experience planning and executing tests in a simulated environment, both HIL and SIL
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and integrating quality gates for production-grade software releases.
• Proven ability to lead technical efforts, mentor, operate with minimal oversight, and drive cross-functional alignment with teams like Fleet Operations and Product.

Bonus points:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Deep familiarity with CAN-based tools (CANalyzer/CANoe) and logging/debugging techniques.
• Working knowledge of industry safety standards (ISO26262, SOTIF).
• Familiarity with AV safety case development or safety validation workflows.
• Experience with robotaxi service features (e.g., in-cabin HMI testing, rider support systems).
• Experience with ROS, cloud telemetry systems, or AV data pipelines.
• Experience in a cross-site or global engineering organization.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and at times for long periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, road conditions, and pedestrian traffic.  The team member is regularly exposed to mechanical and computer parts. The team member is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles.  The noise level in the environment is low to moderate.

Mission Summary:

The Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Test Engineering team at Motional is responsible for validating the safety, functionality, and performance of our self-driving technology through rigorous, system-level testing. As a Senior AV Test Engineer, you will take a lead role in the strategy, planning, and execution of comprehensive test campaigns that span perception, planning, and control systems across virtual, closed-course, and public road environments.

In this role, you will guide test development efforts across multiple AV subsystems, mentor junior engineers, and drive improvements to our tooling, test infrastructure, and methodologies. You will lead cross-functional initiatives that directly impact release readiness and safety assurance, translating high-level engineering requirements into scalable test plans and measurable quality outcomes. Your work will contribute to iterative development, fault injection analysis, and validation of safety-critical systems that meet the highest standards for reliability and compliance.

Essential Duties:

Technical Leadership & Validation:

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of validation campaigns across simulation, SIL, HIL, and on-vehicle environments, with a focus on perception, planning, and control systems.
• Serve as the technical lead for scenario-based testing, utilizing platforms like Applied Intuition or equivalents for synthetic and re-simulation use cases.
• Lead AV capability campaigns, employing AB Dynamics equipment for system-level validation and performance benchmarking.
• Own the creation and execution of test plans for complex mechatronic and software systems, including drive-by-wire (DBW), braking, steering, and system integrations.

Test Infrastructure & Analysis:

• Develop and maintain robust test infrastructure using Python, Shell, and automation frameworks, ensuring modular, reusable, and scalable test architecture.
• Conduct detailed analysis of logs and system behavior, supporting root-cause investigations across AV software and hardware components.
  
  

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Participate in and lead QA review cycles, helping to define entry/exit criteria, regression coverage, and release readiness gates.
• Ensure traceability and compliance by documenting procedures, results, and outcomes using Jira, GitLab, and Confluence.
• Contribute to compliance with safety-critical standards such as ISO26262, ISO21448 (SOTIF), and ISO9001.
  
  

Collaboration & Mentorship:

• Represent the Test Engineering function in cross-functional planning meetings, collaborating closely with perception, planning, controls, and safety teams.
• Mentor and support junior Test Engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  
  

Strategic Adaptation & Support:

• Continuously adapt and optimize test strategies in response to evolving product requirements, architectural shifts, and real-world findings.
• Support after-hours testing or incident triage as needed by fleet or field operations.
• Travel domestically on occasion to support on-site testing or operational deployments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Robotics, ECE, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in software QA or system testing, including AV, ADAS, robotics, or safety-critical systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in test strategy, test case development, test execution, and automation for complex mechatronic or autonomous systems.
• Experience leading end-to-end testing across software stacks and physical systems, including SIL, HIL, and real-world deployments.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in debugging, log parsing, and root cause analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to drive cross-functional alignment and effectively report technical findings.
• Proven ability to lead technical efforts, mentor junior engineers, and operate with minimal oversight.
• High level of initiative, ownership, and accountability in a fast-paced, startup-style engineering environment.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to support late meetings, night shifts, or urgent test activities as required.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Deep familiarity with CAN-based tools (CANalyzer, CANoe) for fault injection, bus analysis, and subsystem verification.
• Working knowledge of industry standards for safety-critical systems such as ISO26262, ISO21448 (SOTIF), and ISO9001.
• Familiarity with AV safety case development or safety validation workflows.
• Experience with robotic middleware (e.g., ROS), cloud telemetry systems, or AV data pipelines.
• Experience in a cross-site or global engineering organization.
  
  

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and at times for long periods; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here represent those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, road conditions, and pedestrian traffic.  The team member is regularly exposed to mechanical and computer parts. The team member is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles.  The noise level in the environment is low to moderate.

Motional AD LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and we welcome all qualified applicants.  All applicants will receive impartial consideration regarding race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or another legally protected status.  Motional AD LLC is a Drug-free workplace.

Role Summary 

This role is an opportunity to work with a high-agency startup team operating in the hard-tech and energy systems space. You will play a critical role in designing, building, and scaling the backend systems that power Amperesand’s factory software and interacting with ERP, analytics, and operational software platforms. 

This is a hands-on role. You will architect and deliver production-grade backend services that support high-concurrency, high-availability workloads across manufacturing, supply chain, and enterprise operations. The role requires close collaboration with frontend, product, AI, and domain expert teams — along with a strong sense of ownership, systems thinking, and pragmatism in building reliable software for real-world operations. 

Responsibilities

• Own the design, architecture, and implementation of backend systems for Amperesand’s factory software and interactions with ERP, analytics, and operational platforms. 

• Build and scale high-concurrency, high-availability services in Go to support mission-critical manufacturing and business workflows.  

• Design robust APIs, service interfaces, and data models that enable frontend applications, analytics systems, and internal tools.  

• Develop backend capabilities for workflow orchestration, machine and system integrations, telemetry ingestion, operational event processing, and reporting.  

• Build distributed systems that are reliable, observable, and resilient under production load.  

• Optimize backend performance across service latency, throughput, data access patterns, and system resource utilization.  

• Collaborate closely with frontend, product, and domain teams to translate operational requirements into scalable backend architectures.  

• Drive best practices for service reliability, fault tolerance, testing, deployment, and maintainability.  

• Contribute to technical strategy and architecture decisions across backend, infrastructure, and platform layers.  

• Mentor other engineers through code reviews, design reviews, and strong engineering standards.  

• Leverage AI-assisted development tools where useful to improve engineering velocity, code quality, and developer productivity.  

•  Document service designs, architecture decisions, and tradeoffs for cross-functional stakeholders. 

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in backend or distributed systems engineering, including production deployments in scalable environments.  

• Strong experience with Go and building production backend services.  

• Proven experience designing systems for high concurrency, high availability, and fault tolerance.  

• Experience building backend platforms for operational systems such as MES, ERP, analytics, workflow engines, or other enterprise/business-critical software.  

• Strong understanding of API design, microservices, distributed system patterns, and asynchronous/event-driven architectures.  

• Experience with databases and data systems such as PostgreSQL, Redis, MQTT, NATS, ClickHouse, or similar technologies.  

• Familiarity with real-time data processing, telemetry pipelines, and backend systems that support dashboards, reporting, and analytics.  

• Experience with observability and production operations, including logging, metrics, tracing, alerting, and incident debugging.  

• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and containerized deployment environments such as AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker.  

• Strong testing discipline across unit, integration, and end-to-end service validation.  

• Comfortable working with AI coding tools such as Copilot, Cursor, Claude, or similar tools to supplement and accelerate development.  

• Proficiency in English and ability to communicate effectively with wider teams.  

• Ability to travel up to 20%, including international 

• Ability to walk or tour through the factory to test the software 

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in energy engineering systems (power systems, energy storage, power electronics, or controls). 

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial automation, supply chain, energy systems, or other operational technology domains 

• Experience designing systems that integrate with machines, PLCs, IoT devices, or external enterprise platforms. 

• Experience with MES, digital twins, or asset health monitoring. 

• Open-source contributions to backend projects. 

• Experience working within or building design systems.  

• Experience building backend platforms that support AI-enabled workflows, data capture, or operational intelligence systems.  

• Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and software DevOps practices. 

• Experience working with hardware, firmware, or operations teams. 

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead the industrialization of new suppliers and products, ensuring a smooth transition from development to volume production. 

• Serve as the primary company representative at supplier sites, overseeing manufacturing and production activities while supporting our teams globally in driving our development & production goals.  

• Support and monitor all supplier quality initiatives to ensure compliance with company standards. 

• Collaborate with suppliers to implement and maintain quality testing procedures, ensuring components meet technical and performance requirements. 

• Act as the liaison between suppliers and cross-functional teams in Singapore and the U.S., facilitating material readiness, engineering design alignment, and seamless communication. 

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard global suppliers and establish strategic partnerships to secure high-quality materials and components that meet production requirements 

• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure supplier readiness and alignment with technical specifications, cost targets, and production timelines. 

• Monitor and control material inventory levels at suppliers to support ramp-up schedules and reduce material shortages. 

• Analyze supplier capabilities, lead times, design for manufacturing support, and potential risks to develop mitigation strategies that prevent production disruptions. 

• Support and optimize logistics for new suppliers and products, including transportation planning and customs requirements. 

• Support the Supply Chain team in defining and monitoring KPIs such as supplier performance, delivery timelines, quality metrics, and ramp-up success to identify areas for process improvement. 

• Partner with cross-functional teams and leadership to align supplier industrialization activities with overall business objectives and production forecasts. 

Qualifications:  

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering related field.  A master's degree is preferred.  Ideally someone with experience working on electrical power products.  

• 8+ years' experience in a mix of engineering, program management & supply chain fields with evidence showing an exceptional ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.  

• Proven experience working in an organization focused on new technologies, the NPI process, and in a startup environment.  Ideally someone that has experience developing supplier capabilities.  

• Strong knowledge of international trade regulations and customs processes.  

• Demonstrated ability to work and lead cross functionally by managing teams / projects. 

• Exceptionally strong communication skills that demonstrate an ability to communicate visually, verbally, and in writing.  

• Experience working with engineering teams focused on electrical systems, power electronics, or other similar products in a manufacturing / production environment. 

• Ability to work well under pressure while simultaneously managing competing priorities, challenges, and risks.  Effective response to adapting to competing priorities, risks, and program changes as needed and quickly.  

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% including internationally 

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. 

Salary: $145,000-$165,000 annual

Role Summary

In this role, you will lead the control architecture and system behavior of advanced AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion platforms across low- and medium-voltage applications. You will define and drive control strategies for complex converter topologies, including multilevel and resonant systems. As a Staff engineer, you will own system-level control decisions, set technical direction across programs, and ensure performance targets are achieved from concept through production. You will work across modeling, digital control development, embedded implementation, hardware integration, and validation to deliver robust, scalable, high-performance power conversion solutions. You will also mentor engineers and raise the technical standard of the control organization

Responsibilities:

• Own control architecture for advanced power conversion systems across AC-DC and DC-DC platforms.

• Own system-level dynamic performance (stability, bandwidth, transient response, robustness, efficiency) from concept through production.

• Drive control strategy across interacting power stages and ensure stable operation under all operating conditions.

• Define digital control execution requirements and ensure real-time implementation meets system performance targets.

• Lead system-level stability analysis and performance closure under aggressive development timelines.

• Establish validation methodology and acceptance criteria, including frequency response, transient testing, and fault handling robustness.

• Lead complex root-cause investigations across hardware, firmware, sensing, and protection domains.

• Drive control-related risk assessment (DFMEA) and mitigation planning across development programs.

• Ensure control solutions scale across product variants and future platforms.

• Influence system-level trade-offs across topology, sensing, control strategy, performance, cost, and power density.

• Elevate control engineering standards through rigorous design reviews, modeling discipline, and mentorship.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience with strong specialization in power electronics and control systems.

• 5+ years of experience designing and deploying digital control for power converters in commercial or industrial applications.

• Demonstrated ownership of control architecture or system-level dynamic performance in complex power conversion systems (e.g., multi-stage, high-power, grid-connected, or modular platforms).

• Strong expertise in advanced converter control, including resonant, multilevel, or other high-performance topologies across isolated and non-isolated systems.

• Experience with solid-state transformer (SST) architectures or tightly integrated multi-stage AC-DC/DC-DC systems is strongly preferred.

• Deep command of control theory, including multi-loop stability analysis, loop interaction mitigation, nonlinear system behavior, and dynamic modeling.

• Proven experience implementing and guiding high-performance real-time digital control on embedded platforms (DSP/MCU/SoC).

• Strong proficiency in embedded C and ability to review and influence real-time control implementation decisions.

• Extensive hands-on laboratory experience debugging high-power systems and leading system-level validation and performance closure.

• Demonstrated ability to independently resolve complex, cross-domain technical challenges and drive cross-functional trade-off decisions.

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Exposure to medium-voltage power electronics systems.

• Experience with multilevel or modular converter architectures.

• Experience with bidirectional power flow control.

• Experience supporting products from R&D through production release.

• Experience contributing to patents or novel control techniques.

Role Summary 

We are seeking a technically sharp and strategically minded Staff Patent Engineer to join our team, focused on protecting and advancing our intellectual property portfolio in medium voltage solid-state transformer (SST) technology. In this role, you will serve as a senior IP leader at the intersection of cutting-edge power electronics engineering and patent strategy, driving innovation identification, portfolio development, and IP governance in close collaboration with R&D leaders, product teams, and legal counsel. 

Responsibilites 

• Lead patentability strategy for our medium voltage Solid State Transformer product portfolio, working directly with R&D and product teams to identify and protect breakthrough innovations. 

• Own end-to-end invention disclosure development — from engineering conversations to submission-ready disclosures — and manage prosecution activities in close coordination with outside patent counsel. 

• Conduct prior art searches and provide expert patentability assessments for new inventions spanning power conversion topologies, control algorithms, magnetics, thermal management, and grid integration. 

• Define and execute a long-range IP portfolio strategy aligned to our SST product roadmap and business objectives. 

• Monitor the competitive patent landscape across medium voltage power electronics and SST-adjacent technologies to inform R&D and product strategy. 

• Mentor engineers across the organization on invention identification, disclosure best practices, and IP awareness to build a strong innovation culture. 

• Serve as the primary IP interface between engineering teams, business development, and legal counsel throughout the product lifecycle. 

• Support international patent filing strategies (PCT, EPO) in coordination with outside counsel. 

Qualifications 

• Technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a closely related field; Master's or Ph.D. strongly preferred. 

• 5–8 years of experience in power electronics engineering, with solid expertise in medium voltage systems, solid-state transformers, or advanced converter technologies. 

• Proven track record of building and managing IP portfolios in a complex, fast-moving technology domain. 

• Strong working knowledge of power semiconductor devices (IGBTs, SiC MOSFETs), converter topologies (DAB, resonant converters, multilevel), and grid-connected applications. 

• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and strategically evaluate patent claims and technical literature. 

• USPTO registration as a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney strongly preferred. 

• Experience using patent search and analytics platforms (Derwent, PatSnap, Espacenet, or similar). 

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias toward action and the ability to drive IP initiatives with a high degree of ownership. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — able to translate complex engineering concepts into clear, strategically sound patent language. 

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%, including internationally. 

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. 

Salary: $170,000-$210,000/annual DOE and location

Role Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to support solid state transformer production. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing the Quality Management System to enable high quality products and commercialization. You will partner with design, supply chain and manufacturing to develop Amperesand’s quality processes, you will lead regulatory and customer audits to qualify Amperesand as a preferred supplier.  

The Quality Engineer is a professional problem solver, that can make good use of quality techniques to solve quality challenges and develop reliable processes that prevent creation of defects. The Sr. Quality Engineer will work on high quality products that meet the high reliability standards in the electrical grid equipment business. 

Responsibilities:

• Development of processes to meet the ISO9001 standard. 
• Lead customer, regulatory and compliance audits. 
• Development of manufacturing requirements, quality standards, and product quality plans to ensure products meet the expectations of our target customers. 
• Deployment of manufacturing level requirements to subsystems, assemblies & components to ensure a clear focus on design and customer needs. 
• Identification of critical requirements to ensure proper supplier and production focus on critical needs. 
• Lead development of FMEAs (Design & Process) for development teams to identify and address critical risks. 
• Manage and facilitate the root cause & corrective actions system through tracking and validation of issues and support in root cause analysis through facilitating brainstorming, use of lean methodologies, hypothesis testing, design of experiments, etc. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience. 
• ASQ or Six Sigma certification are preferred. 
• 5+ years of experience in quality, with background in electrical assemblies and/or power electronics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are an absolute requirement to establish effective working relationships within Amperesand and its partners. 
• Specific training and demonstrated success in applying design for quality and problem-solving methodologies, FMEA, process capability analysis, hypothesis testing, DoE, SPC, etc. 
• Strong background and demonstrated success applying statistical methods. 
• Minitab, JMP or other statistical software capabilities are preferred. 
• Data mining and database (e.g. MySQL) experience. 
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.  

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. Travel up to 15% of the time to suppliers and customers in the USA and overseas. 

Role Summary

This role is an opportunity to work with a high‑agency startup team operating in the hard‑tech and energy systems space. You will play a critical role in building and scaling the user-facing products that operators, plant managers, and enterprise stakeholders rely on every day. This is a hands-on role. You will design, build, and ship production-quality UI systems that surface complex operational data in intuitive, performant interfaces. The role requires close collaboration with backend, product, and domain expert teams — and a genuine curiosity for how AI tools can accelerate and enhance your work.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and implementation of UI systems for Amperesand's MES and ERP platforms
• Build end-to-end frontend features including data visualization, workflow management, dashboards, and real-time telemetry displays
• Develop reusable component libraries and design systems that scale across the product
• Collaborate with backend and platform teams to define APIs and data contracts that support great user experiences
• Productionize UI code with a strong focus on reliability, accessibility, performance, and maintainability
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery and improve code quality
• Partner with product managers and domain experts to translate complex operational problems into intuitive interfaces
• Continuously improve the product through user feedback, usage analytics, and iteration
• Document component designs and architectural tradeoffs for cross-functional stakeholders

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in frontend or full-stack engineering, including production deployments
• Strong experience with TypeScript and React, including hooks, state management, and component architecture
• Experience building data-dense, real-time UIs such as dashboards, tables, and operational views
• Proficiency with modern frontend tooling (Vite, Next.js, or similar)
• Experience integrating with REST or GraphQL APIs and real-time data streams (WebSockets, SSE)
• Familiarity with testing practices (unit, integration, end-to-end)
• Comfortable working with AI coding tools (Copilot, Cursor, Claude, etc.) to supplement and accelerate development
• Proficiency in English and ability to communicate with wider teams
• Ability to travel up to 20% including internationally

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in energy engineering systems (power systems, energy storage, power electronics, or controls)
• Experience with IoT, manufacturing, or industrial platforms
• Exposure to design tools and ability to collaborate closely with UX/UI designers
• Experience with MES, digital twins, or asset health monitoring
• Open-source contributions to frontend projects
• Experience working within or building design systems
• Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and frontend DevOps practices
• Experience working with hardware, firmware, or operations teams

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.

Responsibilities:

• Build, execute, and maintain robust information security systems and controls on an ongoing basis

• Implement and manage endpoint protection (EDR) and SIEM solutions across the organization.

• Develop and execute phishing simulations and security awareness training programs for employees.

• Configure and maintain email security and data loss prevention (DLP) tools.

• Lead incident response efforts, including detection, triage, and remediation of security events.

• Secure the company’s web application and ensure robust security for all SaaS platforms in use.

• Coordinate vulnerability scanning and remediation efforts across all IT assets.

• Establish and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures, including identity and access management (IAM) best practices.

• Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to integrate security into development and operational workflows.

• Prepare for compliance audits and risk assessments, with a focus on NERC CIP standards.

• Mentor and eventually manage a small team of cybersecurity professionals.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or related roles.

• Proven experience with endpoint protection/EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Carbon Black).

• Deep understanding of operating system internals and network communication at the hardware level

• Hands-on experience with phishing simulation platforms and security awareness training.

• Strong knowledge of email security, DLP, incident response frameworks, and IAM principles.

• Familiarity with securing web applications and SaaS environments.

• Understanding of NERC CIP compliance requirements and their application in the electric power industry.

• Able to read and write code across multiple languages (Python, Bash, C/C++, Rust, Golang)

• Ability to work independently in a startup environment and build processes from scratch.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills; prior experience mentoring or leading a team is a plus

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. 

Responsibilities:

• Own essential features for power electronics embedded systems, ensuring functional and performance requirements are met
• Work closely with hardware teams to integrate firmware with new or existing hardware components
• Work with other talented engineers to solve complex problems, share knowledge, and ensure project milestones are met
• Stay updated with new technologies, tools, and methodologies in embedded systems

Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, etc. with 2+years of professional experience or combined equivalent experience with evidence of exceptional ability
• Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded systems.
• Understanding of low-level programming and hardware interfacing.
• Knowledge of real-time programming concepts and real-time operating systems.
• Ability to write efficient code under resource constraints (memory, CPU).
• Experience with embedded system testing practices.
• Basic knowledge of digital and analog electronics.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% including internationally
• Excellent written and verbal communications in English

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. 

Role Summary: 

We are seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of power electronics products. The primary function of this position is to design custom machinery and support the entire project cycle from concept development through installation, commissioning, and handover to the operations team. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product design, Controls, manufacturing, and test engineers, to ensure efficient performance and reliability in high-power density environments.

Responsibilities:

•  Utilize CAD software CAD software (3D EXPERIENCE (3DX), CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, Creo etc.) to create detailed mechanical designs.

• Model and design complex electro-mechanical parts, including plastics, sheet metal, insulators, magnetic components, and high-voltage connectors.

• Perform mechanical design analysis, including structural FEA, thermal CFD, vibration, and fatigue assessments.

• Solve packaging challenges involving electrical isolation, sealing, thermal dissipation, EMI/EMC shielding, and mechanical shock/vibration.

• Define and execute validation test plans including structural, thermal, and environmental testing.

•  2D drawings with GD&T for production and inspection.

• Create engineering documentation, tolerance stacks, BOMs, and release packages through PLM systems.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, thermal, Firmware and controls, manufacturing, test, and industrial design teams.

• Work closely with suppliers to optimize DFM, DFA, and tooling strategies for high-volume production.

• Lead prototype development, fabrication, assembly, and mechanical testing of new designs.

• Support root-cause analysis of design issues in pilot or production builds and lead iterative improvements.

• Drive trade studies to inform system-level decisions on design architecture, materials, and manufacturing processes.

• Guide selection for structural, thermal, and electrical compatibility in high-voltage environments.

• Contribute to the layout and design of integrated cooling systems including cold plates, thermal interfaces, and airflow paths.

• Develop assembly procedures and manufacturing instructions to support scalable production.

• Participate in mechanical  FMEA and DVP&R activities across product lifecycle stages.

• Work with quality and reliability teams to meet performance, lifecycle, and safety targets.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design for power electronics, automotive, industrial, or energy products.

• Expertise in CAD modeling using 3D EXPERIENCE (CATIA V6/V5), SolidWorks, NX, or Creo.

• Deep understanding of mechanical fundamentals—statics, dynamics, heat transfer, and materials.

• Proficiency in GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFM/DFA principles.

• Experience designing enclosures for IP-rated or outdoor-rated power equipment.

• Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, die casting, extrusion, and sheet metal forming.

• Working knowledge of materials: metals (aluminum, steel), plastics, ceramics, gaskets, potting compounds.

• Hands-on experience taking designs from prototype through production deployment.

• Familiarity with PLM systems (3D EXPERIENCE, Windchill, etc.) and engineering change workflows.

• Comfortable with root-cause analysis, failure mode resolution, and mechanical reliability testing.

• Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional design reviews and technical deep-dives.

• Prior experience collaborating with suppliers on tooling development, DFM feedback, and tolerance negotiations.

• Familiarity with PCBAs, connectors, and mechanical integration of high-density electronic assemblies.

• Experience with design and test documentation for regulatory standards (UL, IEC, NEC preferred).

• Passion for product innovation, sustainability, and enabling electrification through engineering excellence.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% - 20% including internationally

Bonus Qualifications:

• Strong background in structural, thermal, and vibration analysis using tools like Ansys Mechanical, Fluent, and Maxwell.

• Familiarity with electronics packaging and PCB interface considerations.

• Experience with medium- to high-voltage systems and insulation coordination (creepage, clearance, potting, sealing).

• Experience working in Agile development environments, including task management and sprint planning using Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira. 

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. 

Role Summary: 

At Amperesand, you own validation of power electronics, thermal systems, and firmware. You will build test systems, develop strategies, and ensure SST hardware and firmware work flawlessly. 

Responsibilities:  

• Design, develop, and maintain test systems for high-voltage power electronics. 

• Validate electrical, thermal, and performance characteristics of our products across prototype, pre-production, and production stages. 

• Conduct comprehensive regression testing to ensure that new iterations of the product meet the same standards of performance and reliability as previous versions. 

• Define a manufacturing test specification for volume production. 

• Innovate test system design to meet accuracy, cycle time, cost, and other performance factors. 

• Collaborate closely with hardware design and firmware teams to understand the product and its functionalities. Investigate root causes of failures and drive product improvements. 

• Participate hands-on during test hardware bring-up, system debugging, and help with software optimization. 

• Incorporate design techniques to achieve ease of validation and maintenance. 

• Challenge ideas and decisions with reasoning from first principles. 

• Travel to different facilities worldwide to collaborate with teams and deploy our solutions. 

Qualifications:  

• BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering. 

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in test engineering, preferably in power electronics. 

• Strong understanding of power electronics principles, including high-voltage, high-current systems, and power conversion technologies. 

• Solid experience with PCBA schematics and debugging hardware components. 

• Familiarity with using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers, and other test equipment. 

• Experience using system-level languages (such as Golang, Rust, C, C++, etc.) to automate systems. 

• Be engaged, proactive, and positive when taking on challenging tasks, owning assignments, and taking accountability for personal and overall team success. 

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.  

 Responsibilities:

• Lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for X (DFx) , Assembly, Quality, Reliability

• Define and implement robust manufacturing processes, including process sequencing, critical parameter development, and assembly recipes

• Drive quality, repeatability, and throughput in both prototype and production environments.

• Collaborate closely with Design Engineering, NPI, Quality, and Production teams throughout the product lifecycle

• Act as a technical lead to resolve quality and functional issues in production and with contract manufacturers.

• Develop data-driven action plans and root cause analyses to ensure timely resolution and continuous improvement.

• Lead the design and validation of novel prototype tooling and assembly equipment with 3rd third-party equipment builder.

• Collaborate with the equipment design engineer for in-house equipment development.

• Oversee internal and external development of equipment and processes for new product introduction and scale-up.

• Support the ramp-up of production lines, resolving technical issues, optimizing process performance, and ensuring lines meet takt time, yield, and labor efficiency targets.

• Perform line balancing and capacity planning studies to support efficient line layout, equipment utilization, and throughput targets as production scales.

• Maintain comprehensive process documentation, participate in Engineering Change Management

• Drive continuous improvement efforts through data collection, analysis, and feedback loops

• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, manage engineering teams as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)

• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with a strong background in DFM, process development, and high-mix or high-volume production

• Hands-on experience with a variety of manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, die casting, machining, assembly automation, potting)

• Experience leading large-scale capital equipment design projects.

• Strong background in concept-to-production equipment development.

• Experience in data collection and analysis for process development or applicable process engineering expertise

• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and vendor engagements

• Strong problem-solving skills and a data-driven mindset

• Familiarity with tools such as PFMEA, DOE, root cause analysis, and SPC

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience working in Agile development environments, including task management and sprint planning using Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira.

• Ability to travel up to 20% - 25% including internationally

Bonus Qualifications:

• Proficiency in CAD software (3D EXPERIENCE (3DX), CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, Creo etc.) for designing mechanical assemblies.

• Experience with DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly) methodologies.

• Solid understanding of GD&T and its impact on manufacturability.

• Knowledge of motion control, pneumatics, hydraulics, and sensors.

• Power Electronics Assembly experience is highly valued from energy, automotive, aerospace, semiconductor, or consumer electronics manufacturing.

• Experience in Industrial Engineering Optimization and Warehouse design

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. 

Role Summary: 

As Compliance Testing Engineer, you will lead the compliance testing function at Amperesand, ensuring our products not only meet global regulatory requirements but do so with the most favorable interpretations and the least friction. You’ll own the strategic direction for product compliance, partner with engineering and product leadership to define certification pathways early in the development process, and engage directly with NRTLs such as TUV, Intertek, UL, CSA, and global authorities to shape testing outcomes and timelines. 

This is a key role requiring technical depth, organizational influence, and proactive engagement with evolving standards like UL 1741-SB, IEC 60730, and IEEE 1547.1. Your mission is to ensure Amperesand is always one step ahead—never waiting for compliance, but defining it. 

Responsibilities: 

• Leadership: Build, manage, deliver high-integrity documentation, lab coordination, and standard interpretation throughout the development lifecycle. 

• Regulatory Interpretation & Influence: Serve as the internal authority on complex standards (e.g., UL 1741-SB, IEEE 1547.1, IEC 60730, UL 1998). Shape how those standards are applied to our technology and advocate for interpretations that support innovation while preserving safety. 

• Engagement with NRTLs: Own relationships with certifying bodies (TUV, UL, CSA, Intertek), lead negotiations on test requirements, coordinate test campaigns, and influence outcomes through proactive preparation and ongoing technical dialogue. 

• Compliance Infrastructure: Create and own internal tools and processes for compliance tracking, certification documentation, product labeling, and pre-compliance validation. Drive automation where possible. 

• Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Product Management, Safety Engineering, Firmware, and Power Systems to ensure compliance is embedded across product definition, not bolted on later. 

• Global Perspective: Prepare products for international certification including CE, UKCA, RoHS, and other country-specific requirements. Lead alignment on modular design reuse and regulatory harmonization. 
• Standards Monitoring: Continuously monitor updates to key grid codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations. Lead Amperesand’s internal readiness reviews and communicate impact. 

Qualifications:

• Experience: 2+ years in compliance, safety engineering, or regulatory affairs within power electronics, energy systems, or electromechanical product development.  

• Standards Mastery: Expert knowledge of UL 1741-SB, IEEE 1547.1, IEC 60730, and familiarity with UL 1998, UL 508A, NEC 705/710/480/490, and IEC 61850. 

• Test Lab Authority: Demonstrated leadership in certification test preparation and execution. Deep experience negotiating technical positions with NRTLs and test agencies. 

• System-Level Perspective: Ability to connect regulatory needs with product architecture, firmware behavior, and field safety constraints. Strong understanding of inverter and PCS system design. 

• Cross-Functional Leadership: Proven success influencing technical, commercial, and operational stakeholders at a senior level. 
• Process Builder: Experience designing and deploying scalable compliance systems (checklists, gates, pre-checks, traceability maps, etc.) across multiple products or platforms. 

Technical Skills: 

• Compliance Architecture: Able to structure modular certification pathways across hardware/software interfaces. 

• Certification Planning: Skilled in building phased certification plans aligned to NPI gates and market entry deadlines. 

• Design Reviews & Risk Analysis: Lead compliance reviews alongside FMEA, safety analysis, and DFx discussions. 

• Digital Tools: Familiarity with regulatory management systems, document control platforms, and engineering toolchains. 

Bonus Qualification:

• Energy Sector Knowledge: Experience working on projects related to smart grids, renewable energy, or energy management platforms is a plus. 

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.