Propulsion Systems Validation Engineer

Advantage Technical - Auburn Hills, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Auburn Hills, MI

1,001-5,000 employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Propulsion Systems Validation Engineer will play a crucial role in the validation of electrified and conventional propulsion software. This position involves designing and automating test cases, executing system validation testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure software functionality and performance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and automate requirements-based test cases using state of the art validation methods to achieve maximum test coverage.
• Flash Software / Merge Calibrations and work with the controls/calibration/HIL team(s) as required making the baseline Software functional on the HIL.
• Utilize HIL bench to execute baseline Software System Validation testing for the propulsion systems on various projects as required.
• Gather required test data and perform initial data analysis to isolate the potential root cause of the failure between HIL, test script, software, calibration or requirements.
• Work with cross-functional electrified department stakeholders from Software, Calibration and Systems groups to solicit requirements clarifications, communicate results and resolve issues.
• Work with the HIL hardware, plant model and tools team(s) to communicate results and resolve issues as required.
• Create and publish test reports to the required team members and author issues in the issue tracking databases as required.
• Support issue debugging activities as required on the HIL.
• Contribute actively to the weekly HIL issues/change requests meeting with the HIL team to achieve timely resolution of HIL features/issue fixes requested.
• Provide structured feedback on the tasks assigned as well as anticipated new tasks to the immediate supervisors as well as electrified management through 1 on 1 meetings or other forums as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering or equivalent engineering degree from an accredited university
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and customers
• Analytical problem solving skills to troubleshoot complex issues
• Must be self-motivated and motivate the team to success
• Experience with Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Strong verbal/written communication skills
• Fundamental knowledge of Hybrid, Electric automotive architectures
• Exhibit flexibility, prioritization and the ability to multitask
• Experience with VB/Python programming
• Knowledgeable in CARB OBD Hardware in the loop (HIL)
• Knowledge 3+ years experience preferred