OBD Engineer

Swj Technology•Charlotte, NC

23h•Onsite

About The Position

SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking an OBD Engineer for an assigned project with a client in the automotive industry. The role is based in Novi, MI or Charlotte NC and requires onsite presence and 20% domestics travel. We are seeking an experienced OBD Diagnostics Engineer to lead the strategy, development, and implementation of On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) for Energy Systems in electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. This role ensures regulatory compliance, robust diagnostics coverage, and superior serviceability across HV Battery, Charging, Thermal, HVAC, and 12V systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Automotive, or Systems Engineering
Relevant experience in OBD diagnostics development within automotive industry
Experience working with cross-functional teams (HW/SW/System/Validation)
Strong knowledge of automotive OBD systems and diagnostics architecture
Experience with OBD regulations and standards (SAE J1968, J1979)
Familiarity with Vector tools (e.g., CANdela Studio, .cdd files)
Understanding of EV systems: HV Battery (BMS) Charging systems Thermal and HVAC systems 12V energy systems
Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., Codebeamer)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Cross-functional collaboration and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with Volkswagen
Experience with EV/PHEV platforms
Knowledge of ISO standards related to diagnostics and safety
Experience in calibration and vehicle testing
Familiarity with CAN/LIN/Ethernet communication protocols
Experience in Agile or model-based development environments
Willingness to travel

Responsibilities

Lead OBD strategy and development for Energy Systems across EV and PHEV platforms.
Ensure compliance with OBD regulations and standards (e.g., J1968, J1979).
Define and maintain the Energy Systems OBD roadmap.
Partner with Systems Engineering teams to execute OBD strategies.
Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate OBD into system architecture.
Develop and maintain diagnostic data using Vector .cdd format.
Manage OBD requirements within lifecycle management tools (e.g., Codebeamer).
Drive continuous improvement of OBD processes, methodologies, and toolchains.
Develop and maintain Design Verification Plans (DVPs) for diagnostics validation.
Support vehicle calibration and validation activities, including test trips.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship on OBD topics.