OTA/Telematics Test Engineer - Automotive In-Vehicle

Are you interested in relocating to Texas?

Due to recent expansion, Akkodis is seeking a
OTA/Telematics Field Test Engineer
to join our dedicated team for the next several years while supporting a domestic vehicle manufacturer in the Dallas, TX Metro area. The ideal candidate will possess 2+ years professional expertise of in-vehicle testing for telematics, communication protocols, and diagnostic tools to ensure seamless software updates.

The Test Engineer will perform OTA functionality on vehicles, vehicle testing, validation, bench level, CANalyzer, and OTA and other connected services features. We are seeking a skilled Testing Engineer to lead and execute vehicle connectivity and software update validation via OTA.

Starting Pay Range: Up to $115,000/yr (salary commensurate based on experience and education levels).

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Akkodis' self-managed team onsite at the automotive OEMs for the next several years while allowing us to help upskill your talents through our free Akkodis Academy offerings to further grow your career with us!

OTA Test Engineer job responsibilities include:

• Responsible for testing and validating connected features testing In-Bench, customer field vehicles at plants, validating software updates, firmware and ECU reprogramming.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team for SW release timelines of various controllers and plan OTA testing on vehicles at plants.
• Develop and execute test plans for wireless software updates.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve OTA update failures.
• Identify Defects, log defects with logs and monitor/track in defect tracking system.
• Utilize diagnostic tools (CANoe) to capture and analyze communication logs during OTA testing.
• Ability to create OTA test packages & In vehicle Remote diagnostic testing.
• Work closely with software and backend teams to verify update integrity and rollback mechanisms.
• Maintain detailed documentation of test cases, results, and issues for continuous improvement.
• Responsible for reporting bugs in system, take part in triage calls to support defects and get it resolved.
• Responsible for updating ECUs with SW's /Firmware via OBD Tools and via OTA.
• Hands-on experience with Automotive Network is a plus.
• Good understanding of Telematics Controller & OTA process is required.
• Use CAN Bus Communication, monitor CAN Traffic and Understand CAN Node acknowledgements, Diagnostic messages priority.
• Drive Requirements driven testing (100% Traceability Requirements, Development, Test, Defect).
• Requires 50-75% local travel to plants & dealers in DFW area and occasionally (5 to 20%) out of state travel.

QUALIFICATIONS (required):

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• 2++ years of professional experience in OTA testing, vehicle telematics, or automotive software validation.
• Strong knowledge of OTA architecture, vehicle networks (CAN, Ethernet), and automotive protocols (UDS, J1939, etc).
• Hands-on experience with diagnostic tools (Vector CANoe) or Vehicle Spy.
• Experience working with heavy-duty vehicle electronic systems is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

If you are interested in the OTA/Telematics Test Engineer roles, please click EASY APPLY. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com.

*Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled*

*Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.*

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