Propulsion System Diagnostic Software Validation Engineer

Job Summary

Our client in Troy, MI is seeking a Propulsion System Diagnostic Software Validation Engineer. This is a contract position.

About the Role

The Propulsion System Diagnostic Software Validation Engineer will develop test specifications, execute component and subsystem diagnostic testing for all propulsion system ECUs of the vehicle (VCU, BMS, EDM, OBC, DCDC converter).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Software Team, Electrical Team, and Propulsion Team to validate the subsystem and component level diagnostics on different test properties.
• Generate test cases and analyze results to ensure program requirements are met.
• Develop Diagnostic Validation test cases for the system, subsystem and component level for each propulsion system module (ECU) across the vehicle architecture.
• Work closely with Software, Electrical, and Propulsion teams on the integration of multiple control units on the test properties.
• Collaborate with Software, Electrical, and Propulsion teams to develop DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, and test properties validation plans.
• Write detailed test specifications and test scripts based on system and component requirements.
• Generate a testing plan that achieves targets at various milestones.
• Develop automation of DTC test cases and UDS services.
• Analyze and visualize large data sets from various data sources to understand the use cases and validation criteria.
• Technical communication of analysis results and tradeoffs.
• Root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and escalation of risks to keep software development process on track.
• Identify opportunities for automation.
• Develop and implement processes to improve efficiency.
• Participate in Agile Software development processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Computer Software, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET accredited or equivalent program is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with propulsion system ECUs of an electric vehicle (VCU, BMS, EDM, OBC, DCDC converter).
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in using systems modeling platforms for test development, test automation, test requirements development, execution and reporting.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience working with low voltage and high voltage systems.
• Excellent communication, team building, and relationship building skills.
• Specific Experience Includes Open and closed-loop control systems for sensors, actuators, vehicle controllers, etc.
• Low voltage components such as circuit breakers, relays, wiring, etc.
• High voltage components such as DCDC, motor and inverter, battery, and on-board charger, etc.
• Electric vehicle system simulation, requirements, testing, and validation.
• CAN-Bus, LIN, and Ethernet communication protocol.
• CAN tools such as CANalyzer, P-CAN, Kvaser, CANoe, CANDiva, CANApe, etc.
• Hands-on experience with CAPL Scripting, ECU Test tool for Automation.
• Hands-on experience with setup and use of FIU systems.
• Experience in cdd file generation and DID development.
• Strong Knowledge of ISO 14229 UDS protocol specification.
• MATLAB, Simulink, and State flowcharts.
• Knowledge in scripting languages (such as Python).
• Knowledge with requirements management tool, such as Polarion or DOORS.
• Knowledge with 8D, five whys, and other structured problem-solving tools to diagnose complex issues.
• Industry standards such as FMVSSS, NHTSA, SAE, etc.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free training on all Altair products

How You Will Be Successful

• Envision the Future
• Communicate Honestly and Broadly
• Seek Technology and Business “First”
• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

Why Work With Us

• Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC).
• Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future.
• With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.
• Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.
• For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration.