ADAS Test Engineer

Invenio; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenio is seeking an experienced ADAS Test Engineer for a global automotive project in Melbourne's north west (Lara or Geelong). You will test electrical systems on prototype vehicles, perform fault finding, software updates, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure driver-assist features meet global standards.

The role requires a degree in Electrical/Electronics/Automotive Engineering and hands-on CAN-based diagnostics experience in an OEM or Tier 1 environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or technical qualification in electrical, electronics, or automotive engineering.
• Proven experience in automotive electrical testing and CAN-based diagnostics.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle feature functionality, failure modes, and validation.
• Experience in an OEM or Tier 1 automotive environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving; ability to liaise with global teams.
• Independent, proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced engineering setting.
• Open to graduates with FSAE experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical systems fault finding, analysis, and root cause investigations.
• Support prototype vehicle testing, including software updates and issue resolution.
• Investigate wiring and software issues with D&R and cross-functional teams.
• Lead a subset of Driver Assistance Technology features and standardize test methods.
• Organise and coordinate validation test facilities.
• Support data collection and regional requirements for Driver Assistance Technologies.
• Prepare and maintain program status reports and build reviews.
• Follow Ford OH&S guidelines and drive prototype vehicles at proving grounds in Victoria.

Skills

Automotive electrical testing

CAN-based systems

Vehicle feature validation

OEM/Tier 1 experience

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Automotive Eng

Job description

Invenio is a leading engineering and business solutions company, established in Australia since 1990. We partner with some of the world’s most innovative organisations, from major OEMs to dynamic start-ups, to deliver recruitment, engineering, and digital solutions that drive the future of mobility.

About the Role:

Our client is a well-established Global Automotive company looking for experienced ADAS Test Engineers to join and support the team based in Melbourne's north west suburb, Lara or Geelong on a full-time 12-month contractual basis (opportunity to extend further). This is an exciting opportunity to work on prototype vehicles and advanced driver-assist technologies, ensuring they meet the highest global standards of performance and safety.

Your Future Role:

• Perform electrical systems fault finding, analysis, and root cause investigation during test issues.
• Support prototype vehicle testing, including software updates and issue resolution.
• Investigate and resolve wiring and software issues in collaboration with D&R and cross-functional teams.
• Lead a subset of Driver Assistance Technology features, ensuring consistency in test methods and standards.
• Organise and coordinate validation test facilities.
• Support data collection and regional requirement analysis for Driver Assistance Technologies.
• Prepare and maintain program status reports and build reviews with management.
• Follow all Ford OH&S guidelines and practices.
• Drive prototype vehicles atProving Grounds and across Victoria as required.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or technical qualification in Electrical, Electronics, or Automotive Engineering (essential).
• Proven experience in automotive electrical systems testing and diagnostics with CAN-based systems (essential).
• Strong understanding of vehicle feature functionality, failure modes, and validation methods.
• Experience working in an OEM or Tier 1 automotive environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, able to liaise with local and international teams.
• Independent, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Open to graduates with FSAE experience

If you believe you are a good fit for the role,we'd love to hear from you.