# Vehicle Test Engineer - New Grad

**Company:** [Applied Intuition](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/applied-intuition)
**Location:** Sunnyvale, CA
**Role:** QA Engineering
**Salary:** $90k – $115k/yr
**Experience:** 0+ years
**Skills:** Autonomous Vehicles, Adas, Test Plans, Test Engineering, Verification And Validation, Software Testing, Hardware Testing, Automotive Systems, Autonomy Software, Vehicle Testing
**Posted:** 2026-08-14

> Executes and improves test plans for autonomous vehicle and ADAS development vehicles, documenting results and coordinating closely with software and operations teams. The role is intended for a detail-oriented new graduate with an engineering degree and interest in automotive autonomy.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Create and execute test plans on AV and ADAS development vehicles based on requirements.
- Coordinate and improve testing procedures with software engineers and operations teams.
- Provide detailed notes and formal reports of testing activities and results.
- Work with vehicle operators to conduct testing professionally and efficiently.
- Champion safety for vehicle testing programs.

## Requirements
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Graduation by December 2026 or summer 2027.
- Experience creating and executing test plans for hardware or software systems.
- Passion for automotive technology.
- Detail-oriented approach.
- Collaborative mindset and deep interest in understanding autonomy software functionality.

## Nice to Have
- Internship, research, or project experience with autonomous vehicles, ADAS, or other automotive systems.
- Experience with verification and validation (V&V), test engineering, or developing and executing test plans.

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