Simulation Test Engineer

• We are seeking a Simulation & Scenario Engineer to support Level 3 and Level 4 automated driving development through scenario-based validation and virtual testing.

• The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in ADAS or autonomous driving simulation and understands system behavior in complex, safety-critical environments.

Education:

• BS or MS Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Automotive Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience Requirements:

• 3+ years (Level 3 focus) or 5+ years (Level 4 focus) in ADAS or autonomous driving environments.

• Proven experience creating simulation scenarios from scratch (not limited to log replay).

• Strong exposure to scenario-based validation and system behavior evaluation.

• Experience working within defined ODDs (Operational Design Domains).

• Safety-related experience (simulation validation, safety analysis, system behavior modeling).

• Strong Python development experience in Linux environment (CLI-based workflows).

• Hands-on experience with simulation tools such as:

• Applied Intuition

• MATLAB / Simulink

• CARLA

• LGSVL Simulator, + Strong analytical and systems-thinking mindset

• Safety-oriented and detail-driven

• Hands-on and technically proactive

• Comfortable working in fast-paced, agile environments

Must Have:

• Experience building simulation scenarios from scratch.

• Strong exposure to ADAS or autonomous driving systems.

• Solid Python scripting experience.

• Comfortable working in Linux and command-line environments.

• Experience configuring and controlling simulation agents programmatically.

• Understanding of vehicle behavior in safety-critical and complex environments.

• Ability to debug and modify simulation models and scripts.

• Experience collaborating in cross-functional engineering teams.

Good to Have:

• Experience in Level 3 takeover/fallback validation.

• Experience in Level 4 urban autonomy or robotaxi programs.

• Exposure to edge-case generation and scenario explosion methodologies.

• Knowledge of ISO 26262 or automotive safety processes.

• Experience with perception, planning, or sensor fusion validation.

• Experience in large-scale simulation automation pipelines.

• Experience working in global or multicultural teams.

• Ability to mentor junior engineers.

We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life-from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more. As part of the global ALTEN Group-57,000+ engineers in 30 countries-we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing. When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you'll collaborate on some of the world's toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.