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Contract Engineer, Advanced Engineering & Research

ISUZU TECHNICAL CENTER OF AMERICA INC
Plymouth, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026

Isuzu Technical Center of America is seeking a Contract Engineer, Advanced Engineering & Research to join its operations in Plymouth, MI. The selected candidate will be placed with a preferred agency for employment.

 

JOB SUMMARY

 

Supports verification and validation of Level 4 autonomous driving technologies and robotic systems using state-of-the-art approaches and methodologies such as generative AI,  vision-language-action mdoels and world models. Works closely with Isuzu US and Japan teams, well-known external autonomous driving partner companies, and reputed research institutes on the validation and deployment of autonomous systems. Works at the intersection of vehicle engineering and cutting-edge autonomous technology within a collaborative and passionate environment. Works with direction from manager and guidance from more senior staff.

 

% of time spenton each activity

 

 

             PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

 

30%

1.

Collaborates with global ISUZU teams and research parternership to deploy generative AI and state-of-the-art methods to validate L4 autonomous driving technologies and robotic systems.

 

 

 

20%

2.

Analyzes open source and on-road driving data and use data driven insights to enhance simulations.

 

 

 

20%

3.

Supports simulation of edge case scenarios to test and validate AV systems.

 

 

 

20%

4.

Participates in cross-functional discussions and contributes ideas toward improving safety and reliability of AV systems.

 

 

 

10%

5.

Prepares and communicates findings and technical updates to internal and external research teams across the U.S. and Japan.

 

 

 

 

6.

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

 

 

 

 

 

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

 

  • Reports to: Manager, Autonomous Driving & MBD

 

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

 

  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Data Science or related field
  • Minimum one (1) year of prior internship or project experience in AI, VLM, world models, data analysis, programming, or automotive systems

 

 

 

KNOWLEDGE

 

  • Foundational understanding of data analysis, statistics, or simulation
  • Basic knowledge of autonomous driving or vehicle safety systems is a plus

 

 

SKILLS & ABILITIES

 

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong in Python, C , or Java
  • Proficient with simulation and machine learning / reinforcement learning tools
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

 

 

PHYSICAL STANDARDS

 

The employee must be able to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer.  This is primarily a sedentary position in a controlled office environment which requires only occasional reaching, stooping, and lifting of office files, reports or records, typically weighing 5 lbs. or less.  Requires occasional light lifting (5-25 lbs) and on rare occasions, heavy lifting (60 lbs).   Must be able on rare occasions to bend, crawl, climb, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level in the performance of job duties. Must be able to work in hot and cold weather extremes.

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Salary : $44 - $48

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