Full-Time

Systems Engineer

Posted on 11/11/2024

Torc Robotics

Torc Robotics

501-1,000 employees

Develops autonomous driving technology for trucks

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$120.1k - $144.1kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Ann Arbor, MI, USA

Category
Robotics & Autonomous Systems
AI & Machine Learning

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Master’s degree in systems engineering, robotics, electrical engineering, or related technical field
  • 1+ years technical design experience for robotic, automotive, or aerospace systems
  • Familiarity with functional safety analysis processes (HAZOP, FMEA, STPA, FTA)
  • Broad understanding of engineering fundamentals in software, networking, electrical, and mechanical systems and system components
  • Excellent engineering communication skills in both written documentation and verbal presentation, especially the ability to communicate complex technical issues to a diverse team
  • Open to occasional travel to partner or customer facilities
Responsibilities
  • Create the behavioral, physical, and safety specification for an SAE L4 autonomous truck product
  • Lead design discussions about technical details spanning across hardware, software, functional safety, validation, and operations
  • Identify key product challenges and generate achievable solutions
  • Derive product requirements from external stakeholders, regulatory bodies, liability review, operating domain, and societal expectations
  • Develop system design documentation including description of the dynamic driving task, functional flow block diagrams, requirement derivation and allocation to components based on the ASIL designation
  • Work with a highly skilled and experienced international team to find the right design solutions to exceptionally complex and challenging problems
  • Collaborate closely with safety engineering teams to ensure the design process is aligned with industry best practices as defined in ISO 26262 (FUSA), ISO 21448 (SOTIF), and other emerging standards
Desired Qualifications
  • MSc and 2+ year of relevant work experience
  • Model-based systems engineering experience
  • Programming experience in C++ and Python is beneficial
  • Experience specifying requirements for complex products with multiple levels of subsystems is highly desirable
  • Experience developing or implementing vehicle level control software is highly desirable
  • Background in working on robotics within loosely bounded operational design domains
  • Multimodal sensor usage and knowledge background is beneficial

Torc Robotics develops software systems for self-driving trucks, focusing on Level 4 autonomous driving technology that allows trucks to operate without human intervention in specific conditions. Their technology enhances road safety and meets the logistics industry's growing demands. Torc Robotics partners with major truck manufacturers, like Daimler Trucks, and collaborates with companies such as Luminar Technologies to integrate advanced sensors into their systems. They generate revenue by selling their software to fleet operators and truck manufacturers, while also providing ongoing support and updates. The company's goal is to improve efficiency and safety in freight transportation through their autonomous vehicle solutions.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Blacksburg, Virginia

Founded

2005

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Torc's strategic focus on Texas aligns with major freight corridors, enhancing market penetration.
  • Partnership with Aeva improves safety and decision-making in autonomous trucks.
  • Expansion into Ann Arbor leverages automotive expertise, accelerating technology development.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Waymo could impact Torc's market share.
  • Delays in regulatory approvals may hinder Torc's commercial operations.
  • Reliance on partnerships like Daimler poses risks if these partnerships dissolve.

What makes Torc Robotics unique

  • Torc Robotics focuses on self-driving trucks, a niche in autonomous vehicle technology.
  • Their partnership with Daimler Trucks enhances their credibility and market access.
  • Torc's modular products allow rapid integration into various robotic systems.

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Benefits

A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options

100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees

401K plan with a 6% employer match

Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)

Company-wide holiday office closures

AD+D and Life Insurance

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