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Isuzu North America · 1 day ago

Engineer II, Autonomous Driving Kit Safety

Plymouth - Plymouth, MI 48170

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $121K/yr

3+ years exp

Isuzu North America is seeking an Engineer II for their Autonomous Driving Kit Safety team. The role involves developing and maintaining safety frameworks, performing hazard analyses, and ensuring the safe deployment of autonomous functions while collaborating with global teams and suppliers.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Performs safety analysis of ADK software stack (perception, planning, control, middleware) using ISO 26262 and ISO 21448 methods

Defines safety requirements, safety goals, and assurance evidence; and maintains the ADK safety case framework

Continuously researches and updates ADK safety analysis methods; benchmarks industry practices and integrates lessons learned

Collaborates with validation teams on scenario-based testing, ODD coverage, and safety KPIs

Communicates safety concepts and methods clearly across cross-functional teams, including global stakeholders and auditors

Handles miscellaneous safety-related tasks as assigned

Qualification

ISO 26262ISO 21448Safety analysis methodsADK platformsSafety case methodsAnalytical skillsMicrosoft OfficeProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field preferred; Bachelor's degree acceptable with six (6) years of relevant experience

Minimum three (3) years of experience in functional safety, software/system safety analysis, or autonomous driving development

Strong knowledge of ISO 26262 (esp. Part 6 software), ISO 21448 (SOTIF)

Hands-on experience with safety analysis methods: HARA, STPA, FMEA, FTA, FMEDA, fault injection

Strong academic or professional track record demonstrating analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent PC skills in Microsoft Office

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

Ability to independently research and clearly structure safety analysis methods

Excellent communication skills capable of explaining complex safety concepts to diverse audiences

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional, global teams

Preferred

Familiarity with UL 4600 safety assurance and/or ISO 21434 cybersecurity

Experience with ADK or ADS platforms (e.g., perception, planning, control systems) is highly desirable

Foundational understanding of autonomous driving software stacks (perception, planning, control, localization)

Strong working knowledge of safety case methods and assurance argumentation (GSN)

Basic knowledge of scenario-based testing and ODD coverage metrics

Prior exposure to ADK supplier processes (Applied, Aurora, Plus, Zoox, etc.) preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Fertility & Family-Building Support through WIN Fertility: Includes Adoption & Surrogacy Benefits, WINMaternity, and PowerPause, offering up to $25,000 in lifetime benefits for fertility-related services such as IVF, IUI, and preconception support

Generous Time Off

Smart Retirement Planning

Peace of Mind

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Exclusive Employee Discounts

Company

Isuzu North America

Isuzu is the global leader in commercial vehicles and diesel engines.

Founded in 1916

Anaheim, California, USA

201-500 employees

http://www.isuzu.com/

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