System Analyst Validation Engineer (VST)

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

Stellantis is seeking a System Analyst Validation Engineer to understand the development, design, and interactions of vehicle electrical and electronic systems, including automotive body, audio, active chassis, and/or safety systems. The engineer develops and executes automated stress testing at vehicle and subsystem levels and applies knowledge of automotive technology, specification analysis, and system operation to verify systems against defined design expectations. Working with validation teams, the engineer assesses test results, troubleshoots and reproduces issues, and resolves component- and system-performance problems. The role includes finding root causes and coordinating corrective actions with cross-functional teams. It requires in-depth knowledge of CAN/LIN and experience with CAN/LIN testing tools, including CANoe simulation, as well as traditional electrical test equipment in an electrical laboratory. Testing and troubleshooting may take place on plywood bucks, vehicle hardware-in-the-loop (VHIL), subsystem hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and/or vehicles. The engineer collaborates with feature owners, engineering teams, extended teams, and suppliers to understand electrical and electronic functions, identify defects early, and provide evidence that defects have been eliminated. The role also provides feedback on test plans and procedures to support continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited university.
At least 5 years of experience in automotive electrical systems design, development, or validation.
Valid driver's license and willingness and ability to drive and test vehicles.
Ability to obtain a chauffeur's license to drive heavy-duty pickup trucks.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including Canada and Mexico, up to 10%.
Experience with electrical debugging tools, including a digital multimeter, oscilloscope, CAN diagnostic tools such as CANoe/CANalyzer, current probes, and other diagnostic equipment.
Familiarity with Over The Air updates, including FOTA, AOTA, MOTA, and xOTA.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited university.
EE Validation Hardware-in-the-Loop testing experience on body, chassis, and other vehicle electrical systems.
Demonstrated knowledge of CAN bus and experience using Vector CAN tools, including CAN diagnostic tools, CANoe, and CANalyzer.
Demonstrated experience with electrical debugging tools, including a digital multimeter, oscilloscope, current probes, and other diagnostic equipment.
Demonstrated experience performing vehicle- and system-level validation.
Demonstrated experience with DFMEA and DVP&R processes.
Training in DVP (Design Validation Plan) and DFMEA (Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis).
Demonstrated ability to determine root cause and debug CAN and CAN FD communication buses.
Certified problem-solving skills, such as Reactive Quality Green Belt or Reactive Quality Black Belt.
Demonstrated system- or component-automated bench testing design experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Execute test procedures in alignment with test EE Validation guidelines and strategy.
Develop and execute automated stress testing at vehicle and subsystem levels.
Analyze test execution results, generate reports, document incidents, and drive incidents to resolution through detailed system analysis.
Troubleshoot ECUs, System HIL, and test-environment functionality to minimize false-positive incident reports.
Identify root causes of component and system issues and lead cross-functional collaboration to implement corrective actions.
Use electrical debugging and CAN diagnostic tools to test and troubleshoot vehicle systems.
Document test-environment, automation, and vehicle-configuration requirements.
Implement continuous-improvement strategies for test design and execution processes.
Collaborate with feature owners, engineering teams, extended teams, and suppliers to identify defects early and provide evidence of defect elimination.
Provide feedback on test plans and procedures.
Drive and test vehicles as required.