Vehicle Integration Test Engineer

We are seeking a highly capable and self-directed Vehicle Software Test & Integration Engineer to lead vehicle-level software integration, validation, and development operations across embedded domains—chassis, body, thermal, and more. This role is critical in ensuring high software quality through robust in-vehicle testing and operational readiness of the development fleet.
You’ll collaborate closely with software, calibration, integration, and test engineering teams to plan, execute, and debug vehicle-level test campaigns, while driving day-to-day development activities with a high degree of autonomy. This role will also require travel to proving grounds and other company test sites to support seasonal validation efforts and major release milestones.

Responsibilities
Test Planning and Execution

Lead and execute vehicle-level test plans for pre-merge and post-merge software releases across multiple domains, including chassis/motion controls, body systems, and thermal management.
Design and perform in-vehicle tests, including ride and handling evaluations, stability assessments, and performance tuning, using data acquisition and analysis tools.
Contribute to the creation and improvement of vehicle-level test processes, test plans, and validation workflows.
Develop and implement repeatable test procedures for vehicle-level software features and attributes.
Operate and evaluate vehicles in structured and exploratory test routes to validate embedded feature behavior and performance.
Maintain the readiness of the prototype fleet for daily testing, demos, and development activities.
Collaborate with engineering teams to define test requirements, methods, and success criteria.
Analyze and interpret data from vehicle testing, providing insights to support engineering development and tuning of control systems.
Document testing procedures, results, modifications, and software issues with clear context, reproduction steps, and logs using task/bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira).
Provide detailed feedback on vehicle behavior and support root-cause investigations.

Software and Systems Integration

Support the installation, validation, and troubleshooting of new ECUs and software builds.
Perform vehicle bring-up tasks, including retrofitting new hardware and ECUs, flashing, and system checkout.
Lead vehicle readiness, including software flashing, configuration setup, and instrumentation installation.
Debug complex software/hardware integration issues across various domains (e.g., chassis controls, body, thermals, infotainment).
Collect, analyze, and report CAN/LIN/Ethernet logs to identify root causes and assist engineering teams.
Support the setup and configuration of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) benches, including the integration of chassis control modules for simulation and testing.
Travel to various testing locations, proving grounds, and company test sites to support vehicle setup, operation, data collection, and seasonal validation efforts.
Willingness to support irregular hours (evenings/weekends) as needed for prototype operations and test campaigns.

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Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field; or equivalent hands-on technical experience.
3+ years of experience in vehicle-level software validation, systems integration, prototype vehicle operations, or automotive technician work.
Strong working knowledge of automotive embedded systems, including chassis control ECUs, body modules, thermal management, braking, steering, and powertrain.
Experience supporting vehicle bring-up, calibration loops, or multi-domain integration testing.
Comfortable with ECU flashing, calibration updates, and electrical troubleshooting.
Strong proficiency with CAN tools and software for diagnostic interfaces and log analysis for embedded systems such as CANalyzer, CANape, CANoe, Intrepid CS tools, and MATLAB.
Hands-on experience with vehicle dynamics concepts and testing methods, including ride and handling evaluations.
Demonstrated ability to operate development vehicles safely and confidently in a test environment.
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Willingness to travel for test trips and support off-site builds and test campaigns as required.

Experience with EV platforms and modern vehicle software architecture.
Experience with HIL systems and vehicle simulation environments.
Familiarity with Python scripting or automation tools for data collection and analysis.
Knowledge of functional safety principles (ISO 26262).
Familiarity with software release tools and test case management systems.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.