Senior Vehicle Systems Integration & Validation Engineer

We are seeking a Vehicle Integration & Validation Engineer to support the development, validation, and deployment of advanced vehicle electrical and electronic systems. This role is responsible for identifying, diagnosing, and driving resolution of issues discovered throughout the vehicle lifecycle, including prototype, development, validation, dealership, and customer vehicles.

Working cross-functionally with engineering, software, validation, quality, and program teams, this individual will perform vehicle-level troubleshooting, root cause analysis, software validation, and systems integration activities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with strong electrical diagnostics experience and a passion for improving vehicle performance, operability, and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities

• Investigate, troubleshoot, and perform root cause analysis on vehicle electrical, electronic, and software-related issues.
• Collect, analyze, document, and communicate technical data to support issue resolution efforts.
• Coordinate with engineering and cross-functional teams to ensure timely corrective actions and implementation of solutions.
• Support vehicle validation activities, software releases, and approval of software baselines.
• Conduct vehicle-level testing and verification of electrical/electronic systems functionality.
• Participate in issue management meetings and provide technical recommendations regarding vehicle operability, compatibility, and readiness.
• Support software update deployments and verification activities on development and production-intent vehicles.
• Assist with the build, configuration, and troubleshooting of electrical/electronic test environments and prototype systems.
• Develop and maintain project status reports, issue trackers, exception lists, and technical documentation.
• Participate in vehicle readiness reviews, including assessments of system maturity, known issues, compatibility concerns, and workaround strategies.
• Mentor and train junior team members on diagnostic procedures, troubleshooting methodologies, and best practices.
• Recommend process improvements and operational efficiencies to enhance vehicle quality and validation effectiveness.
• Support domestic and international testing activities as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
• 3-7 years of experience working with electrical/electronic systems, vehicle development, or systems integration.
• Strong understanding of automotive electrical architecture and vehicle electronic systems.
• Experience troubleshooting vehicle systems and performing root cause analysis in laboratory, development, or field environments.
• Proficiency with diagnostic and electrical test equipment, including:
• Digital Multimeters
• Oscilloscopes
• Current Probes
• CAN Diagnostic Tools
• CDA / Dianalyzer or similar tools
• Familiarity with software validation, system integration, and vehicle testing processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead technical discussions and present findings to stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and capable of independently driving issue resolution in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Valid driver’s license with willingness to operate and evaluate test vehicles.
• Ability to obtain a chauffeur’s license for heavy-duty vehicle testing.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CAN networks and Vector tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, and CAN Diagnostic tools.
• Advanced experience using electrical debug and measurement equipment.
• Demonstrated expertise in vehicle-level and subsystem-level diagnostics, troubleshooting, and circuit analysis.
• Knowledge of:
• ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)
• Electrified Powertrains (EV/Hybrid)
• Connected Vehicle Technologies
• Infotainment Systems
• Human Machine Interface (HMI)
• Vehicle Software Systems
• Electrical & Electronic Architectures
• Experience with embedded diagnostics, systems integration, validation, and industrialization of EE systems.
• Lean, Six Sigma, Reactive Quality Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent structured problem-solving certification.
• Prior experience supporting vehicle launches, prototype builds, or automotive R&D programs.