Automation Engineer | Automotive Test Automation

Expleo•Bell, CA

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to support test automation and validation activities within an automotive environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automation tools used to prepare, execute, and analyze test campaigns. The position combines automation tool development, test plan automation, and validation tool integration to improve testing efficiency and quality. The role requires strong expertise in Python, VBA, test automation, and API integration, with close collaboration with the Validation team.

Requirements

Professional proficiency in English.
Professional proficiency in French.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to develop innovative automation solutions.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Excellent Python and VBA programming skills.
Autonomous, organized, and detail-oriented.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to understand validation team needs and provide effective technical solutions.
Strong commitment to quality and results.
Domain: Test Automation / Automotive Validation / Tool Development
Key Technologies: Python, VBA, APIs, ControlDesk, AutomationDesk, INCA, MDA, Diagalyzer, ECU Validation, HIL, Tool Development, and Test Automation.
Strong proficiency in Python.
Strong proficiency in VBA.
Solid experience in automation tool development.
Experience in test automation within an automotive environment.
Experience with API integration and development.
Experience in test data processing and analysis.
Ability to analyze validation traces and test results.
Knowledge of automotive validation environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience within a Stellantis environment.
Experience with HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test benches.
Knowledge of ECUs and embedded systems.
Knowledge of automotive diagnostics.
Experience in Python GUI development.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain automation tools using Python and VBA.
Design and enhance applications that reduce manual activities and improve validation efficiency.
Automate the creation, update, and execution of test plans.
Develop interfaces using APIs from different validation tools.
Ensure communication and data exchange between various testing tools.
Automate test result analysis and report generation.
Analyze measurements, traces, and logs to identify anomalies and issues.
Develop solutions for automated processing of validation data.
Provide technical support to validation teams during automated test campaigns.
Continuously improve existing tools by introducing new features and optimizations.
Create and maintain technical documentation and user guides for developed tools.