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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Functional ECU And Smart Security Design Engineer - **Company:** Actalent - **Location:** Saline, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $72,800.0 - $104,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Computer Engineering, Document Management Systems - **Published:** August 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/E0B9EA4994E3423EB25D43BC63515BAF/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent technical discipline. * 5 years or more of experience as an electrical design engineer, preferably with exposure to vehicle or electronic systems development. * Hands-on experience with electrical design engineering and electronic systems, including ECU-related development. * Ability to work effectively on Electronic Systems Vehicle Development projects, focusing on functional ECUs and smart security systems. * Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex electrical and electronic system issues and propose effective solutions. * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively within cross-functional engineering teams. * Ability and willingness to work up to 30% overtime as required by project and development schedules. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience in vehicle electronics development, including design, validation, and integration of vehicle ECUs. * Experience using CATIA for design, packaging, or feasibility studies in an automotive or electronics context. * Background in functional ECU and smart security design, including familiarity with smart ECUs, immobilizers, and antenna systems. * Experience working with suppliers on electronic component specifications, schedules, and quality management. * Familiarity with wiring specifications, engineering change processes, and internal design documentation practices. ## Description * Lead vehicle application and integration of functional ECUs, including power slide door ECUs, power tailgate ECUs, seat ECUs, window ECUs, sunroof ECUs, and related modules. * Develop and apply smart security systems such as smart ECUs, immobilizers, and antennas to ensure robust vehicle security and user convenience. * Plan the structure and overall design of functional ECUs and smart security systems through clear target setting, packaging studies, and style feasibility assessments. * Balance system performance, customer requirements, regulatory compliance, and cost targets when defining ECU and smart security system designs. * Create and communicate detailed design specifications for functional ECUs and smart security components to suppliers. * Manage supplier schedules, performance, and quality for ECU and smart security components, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications. * Maintain and manage part lists for assigned components and systems to support accurate configuration and traceability. * Prepare and issue internal design documentation, including engineering change instructions and wiring specifications, to support cross-functional teams. * Collaborate closely with the Electronic Systems Vehicle Development team and other engineering groups to support vehicle development milestones. * Apply strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve technical issues and support cross-functional communication throughout the development process., The engineer will work in a collaborative vehicle development environment focused on electronic systems and ECU design. The role involves close interaction with cross-functional engineering teams and external suppliers, using tools such as CATIA and other electrical design and documentation systems. The position may require up to 30% overtime to meet project deadlines and support vehicle development milestones. 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