Simulation Software Engineering Intern
Quantum Signal Ai, LLC
Software Engineering
Saline, MI, USA
Posted on Sep 18, 2025
Role Summary:
Quantum Signal AI is looking for a Simulation Software Engineering Intern to join the Real-Time Simulation Software team for the summer of 2026. This is a paid internship opportunity, offering valuable hands-on experience and eligibility for academic credit. Our team specializes in simulating vehicle dynamics in varied roadway environments and traffic conditions for human-in-the-loop testing. You’ll work on facilitating research and projects that will go on to contribute to the development of advanced vehicle features within Ford Motor Company ranging from traffic and pedestrian awareness via driver assistance to modeling vehicle dynamics and driver behaviors under varying conditions.
Location:
We are located in Saline, Michigan. This position is in-person to encourage a culture of collaboration and mentorship.
What You’ll Do:
What You’ll Get:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About QSAI:
Founded in 1999, Quantum Signal grew up developing intelligent algorithms and AI. As our engineering R&D services expanded, we later sharpened our focus on applications and technology related to mobility, sensing, perception, autonomy, and simulation. In 2019 we became Quantum Signal AI, a subsidiary of Ford Motor developing technologies to advance their R&D efforts. We build solutions to enhance the capability, robustness, safety, and acceptance of intelligent ground vehicles in an effort to make transportation more effective and efficient for all.
Our HQ in the historic Union School in Saline, MI is the perfect playground to develop this cutting-edge technology and we’re always looking for smart folks who like new challenges, learning new skills, and technical variety.
Quantum Signal AI is looking for a Simulation Software Engineering Intern to join the Real-Time Simulation Software team for the summer of 2026. This is a paid internship opportunity, offering valuable hands-on experience and eligibility for academic credit. Our team specializes in simulating vehicle dynamics in varied roadway environments and traffic conditions for human-in-the-loop testing. You’ll work on facilitating research and projects that will go on to contribute to the development of advanced vehicle features within Ford Motor Company ranging from traffic and pedestrian awareness via driver assistance to modeling vehicle dynamics and driver behaviors under varying conditions.
Location:
We are located in Saline, Michigan. This position is in-person to encourage a culture of collaboration and mentorship.
What You’ll Do:
- Design, develop, deploy, and support software, scenarios, and visualization tools for simulation and vehicle development exploration (typically using C++ or scripting in Python, simulator native, or shell environments)
- Integrate with and extend software ecosystems using 3D engines and systems like CARLA Simulator, AVSimulation SCANeR, Unreal Engine, and CarMaker
- Develop and support user testing and studies utilizing simulation environments and customized scenarios
- Explore, prototype, and evaluate new technologies and approaches to extend existing simulation systems and workflows
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student with completed coursework in data structures and algorithms
- Current enrollment in a degree-seeking program, maintaining student status for the entire duration of the internship, including the academic term immediately following the internship
- Strong proficiency with development in at least one major programming language such as C++, Java, or Python and interest in learning others
- General knowledge of software development on Linux and familiarity with command line and navigation
- Motivation to learn and try new approaches and technologies
- Familiarity with source control and other aspects of developing software as a team
- Skills in IT systems administration and networking
- Understanding of when you need help/feedback and a respect for the importance of peer critique and iterative design during development
- Hobby, school, or professional experience in any of the following areas:
- Game development and 3D rendering engines such as Unreal Engine, Unity, Godot, etc.
- Driving simulation
- Linear algebra, kinematics, and modeling of physical systems
What You’ll Get:
- Frequent collaboration with a diverse set of teams at QSAI
- A rare level of work variety and hands-on experience
- A relaxed, fun community and environment in which to solve interesting problems
- Opportunity to participate in a 401(k) savings plan
- Ford AXZ-Plan vehicle discounts
- Other perks to fuel creativity such as an on-site gymnasium, free drinks and snacks, and a variety of optional team activities
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About QSAI:
Founded in 1999, Quantum Signal grew up developing intelligent algorithms and AI. As our engineering R&D services expanded, we later sharpened our focus on applications and technology related to mobility, sensing, perception, autonomy, and simulation. In 2019 we became Quantum Signal AI, a subsidiary of Ford Motor developing technologies to advance their R&D efforts. We build solutions to enhance the capability, robustness, safety, and acceptance of intelligent ground vehicles in an effort to make transportation more effective and efficient for all.
Our HQ in the historic Union School in Saline, MI is the perfect playground to develop this cutting-edge technology and we’re always looking for smart folks who like new challenges, learning new skills, and technical variety.