Hardware Engineer I - Base Hardware
Torc Robotics
Other Engineering
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
USD 98,800-118,600 / year + Equity
Posted on Mar 26, 2026
About the Company
At Torc, we have always believed that autonomous vehicle technology will transform how we travel, move freight, and do business.
A leader in autonomous driving since 2007, Torc has spent over a decade commercializing our solutions with experienced partners. Now a part of the Daimler family, we are focused solely on developing software for automated trucks to transform how the world moves freight.
Join us and catapult your career with the company that helped pioneer autonomous technology, and the first AV software company with the vision to partner directly with a truck manufacturer.
Meet the Team
The Base Hardware team will be responsible for authoring, maintaining and analyzing technical requirements, and working across the product lifecycle to ensure stakeholder alignment and successful test/validation of the hardware components.
What You’ll Do
• Develop automotive hardware components that meet functional safety, security, and functional requirements.
• Maintain requirements databases using both DOORS and Jama, ensuring accuracy and traceability.
• Partner with the System team to interpret system-level requirements and decompose into detailed each sensor components requirements.
• Collaborate with automotive Tier-1 suppliers to enable efficient project execution by removing technical blockers as the projects progress.
• Ensure the quality of hardware deliveries by designing and establishing robust test plans that trace back to the component requirements.
• Partner with the Component Enablement software team to execute the relevant hardware component tests.
• Perform problem-solving activities during design, prototype and production, driving root cause analysis and problem resolution.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and reports related to the above.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field and 2+ years experience OR Master’s degree in a related field and 0-3 years experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with Requirements Management Tools such as DOORS and Jama.
• Understanding of automotive ECUs and methodologies.
• Familiarity or experience with data buses such as CAN, PCIe, Ethernet, Automotive Ethernet, LIN, I2C.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deliverables.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to automotive electronics.
• Experience with high speed signaling and signal integrity.
• Experience with standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Willingness and ability to work across teams, geographies and time zones.
Bonus Points
• Automotive Tier-1 supplier experience or working in a similar environment.
• Experience with ISO 26262 standards, ASPICE, cybersecurity, or autonomous vehicles.
• Experience with processors and micro controllers.
• Experience with embedded programming
• Experience with power architecture and automotive power systems.
• Experience with ECU manufacturing.
• Knowledge or experience in ADAS/AD systems.
• Knowledge or experience in safety-critical systems and applications.
• Direct experience as an ECU development engineer.
• Event Data Recorder (EDR) or airbag systems experience.
• Experience with C, C++, Python or Linux
Perks of Being a Full-time Torc’r
Torc cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and future. Our culture is collaborative, energetic, and team focused. Torc offers:
- 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)
- AD+D and Life Insurance
At Torc, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate the uniqueness of our Torc’rs and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities.
Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications listed for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several geographic markets. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Torc's total compensation package will also include our corporate bonus and stock option plan. Dependent on the position offered, sign-on payments, relocation, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.
Job ID: 102564
Hiring Range for Job Opening
US Pay Range
$98,800—$118,600 USD