Position s Contributions to Work Group:
This is for an Autonomous TRUCK Integration and Validation Engineer on our 1st shift team.
Why this Role?
Hands-on experience with large machines: Gain practical knowledge and expertise in working with heavy machinery in real-world scenarios.
Understanding autonomy systems: Develop a deep understanding of hardware, software, and customer usage related to autonomous systems.
Test and validation planning: Learn how to design and execute comprehensive test and validation plans for autonomous systems and machinery.
On-machine testing: Acquire skills in conducting on-machine testing to ensure system functionality and reliability.
Data analysis: Build proficiency in analyzing data to derive insights and improve system performance.
Collaboration with software developers: Enhance communication and teamwork skills by interfacing with software development teams to align technical requirements.
Customer interaction: Gain exposure to end customers, understanding their needs and feedback to improve product design and functionality.
Typical task breakdown:
Creating and/or Updating test and development plans for autonomous haul truck testing
Executing testing on autonomous drills
Analyzing test data
Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or software issues for autonomous haul trucks
Thoroughly documenting and communicating issues found during testing
Writing test reports and giving recommendations based on testing experience
Interaction with team:
Collaboration through in-person or virtual meetings, email, instant messaging, or face to face communication
Team Structure:
31 team members but will have more interaction with onsite expert operators. They will be interfacing over teams meeting with Peoria software developers.
Work environment:
Hot, dry, dusty work environment that is comparable to working in Mining Applications
Work site is a remote building on the property
Education & Experience Required:
Years of experience: 2-4 years
Degree requirement: Requires a bachelor s degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum or in lieu of a degree experience in test or development of control systems, vehicles, engines, or technologies such as autonomy.
Do you accept internships as job experience: yes
Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: Something in the vehicle test or validation space. Working with the equipment that the company produces.
Top 3 Skills:
Computer literate (windows operating system)
Troubleshooting issues in complex systems
Desired Technical Skills:
Ubuntu or Linux operating systems
Test planning/documentation
Electrical schematics
Autonomous systems such as perception, planning, or positioning
Soft Skills Required:
Problem Solving
The ability to communicate technical information
The ability to work independently
Teamwork
Time Management
