Software and System Test Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Software & System Testing
• Design, execute, and document software and system-level test activities for vehicle electrical and electronic systems.
• Validate ECU hardware and software functionality in prototype and production vehicles.
• Perform verification testing for electrical functions, technical changes, and system performance requirements.
• Conduct hardware-software integration testing to ensure system reliability, quality, and compliance.
• Create detailed test reports and present verification results to technical leadership.
• ECU Development & Systems Engineering
• Support design and development of Body and Powertrain ECU applications.
• Develop engineering specifications for electrical circuits, embedded software, and control systems.
• Utilize tools such as:
• MATLAB/Simulink
• CANalyzer
• Microsoft Visio
• Microsoft Project
• Translate design concepts into functional requirements and technical specifications.
• Participate in design reviews and technical evaluations.
• Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting on vehicle systems and electrical architectures.
• Investigate software, hardware, communication, and integration issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective actions.
• Build decision matrices that evaluate multiple solutions and technical trade-offs.
• Anticipate downstream impacts of system changes and proactively communicate potential risks.
• Vehicle Integration & Validation
• Support integration of vehicle software across multiple systems and functional domains.
• Validate electrical control systems in lab and vehicle environments.
• Perform testing on:
• Prototype vehicles
• Production vehicles
• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL/HILS) systems
• Thermal chambers
• Bench testing environments
• EMC test environments
• Ensure overall vehicle functionality and system compatibility.
• Project Coordination & Stakeholder Management
• Break down project objectives into detailed engineering activities.
• Support ECU development planning and schedule coordination.
• Work closely with technical leadership to track progress and manage deliverables.
• Coordinate development activities with suppliers and cross-functional engineering groups.
• Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans effectively.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Identify opportunities to improve testing methodologies, engineering processes, and system performance.
• Recommend enhancements to existing development and validation frameworks.
• Contribute to efficiency, quality, and reliability improvements across engineering programs.
• Support innovation initiatives within vehicle electronics and software architecture domains.
• Documentation & Technical Communication
• Maintain clear and detailed technical documentation.
• Prepare engineering reports, issue investigations, test evidence, and review materials.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Document concerns, corrective measures, and validation results effectively.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Technical Skills
• Automotive Systems
• Electrical & Electronics Architecture (EEA)
• Electronic Control Units (ECU)
• Vehicle Integration
• Automotive Electronics
• Vehicle Validation
• System Verification
• Software & Testing
• Software Testing
• System Testing
• Functional Validation
• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
• Test Planning
• Test Automation Concepts
• Verification & Validation (V&V)
• Engineering Tools
• MATLAB
• Simulink
• CANalyzer
• Microsoft Visio
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Engineering Disciplines
• Root Cause Analysis
• Failure Analysis
• Troubleshooting
• Systems Engineering
• Embedded Systems
• Electrical Circuit Design
• Collaboration & Project Skills
• Supplier Coordination
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Technical Documentation
• Schedule Management
• Risk Assessment
• Technical Reviews
• Preferred Skills
• Automotive ECU development experience.
• Knowledge of CAN communication systems and vehicle networking.
• Experience with EMC testing and validation.
• Familiarity with automotive software integration processes.
• Understanding of cybersecurity concepts within vehicle architectures.
• Experience with prototype vehicle testing and validation.
• Exposure to model-based development methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in:
• Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• Related engineering discipline
• Equivalent practical experience
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in:
• Automotive Engineering
• Embedded Systems
• ECU Development
• Software Testing
• System Validation
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within collaborative team environments.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.