Vehicle SW-Functions Validation Engineer

AVL; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Life insurance

Mobile phone

Meal vouchers

Transport allowance

Childcare support

Job summary

AVL seeks an experienced engineer to support advanced vehicle experimentation and validation across powertrain, thermal management, and electronics. You will manage the full testing lifecycle—from planning to release support—at a site in Martorell, Barcelona.

Responsibilities include CAN bus analysis, data acquisition, ECU testing, and driving automation and reporting efforts using digital tools and AI technologies. Occasional travel to test campaigns may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, Electronics or related Engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in vehicle validation, testing or experimentation activities.
• Solid technical knowledge of powertrain systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, and vehicle electronics.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle experimentation and validation.
• Plan, coordinate and execute vehicle testing and validation activities.
• CAN bus analysis and data acquisition.
• Functional testing and validation of vehicle features.
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving.
• SW/HW updates and ECU flashing.
• Technical reporting and release documentation.

Skills

Vehicle testing

Data analysis

Problem solving

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive/Electrical Engineering

Tools

CANoe

INCA

MDA

ODIS

CANoe-CAPL

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced engineer to support advanced vehicle experimentation and validation activities within the areas of powertrain (mHEV /PHEV /BEV), thermal management and electronic functions. The position covers the complete testing lifecycle, including test execution, data analysis, issue resolution and release support.

Place: Martorell, Barcelona

• Vehicle experimentation and validation.
• Powertrain systems: engines, transmissions, cooling and thermal management.
• mHEV/PHEV Fuel system testing and homologation-related validation.
• Automotive electronics and ECU testing.
• Plan, coordinate and execute vehicle testing and validation activities.
• CAN bus analysis and data acquisition.
• Functional testing and validation of vehicle features.
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving.
• SW/HW updates and ECU flashing.
• Technical reporting and release documentation
• Contribute to process automation, data analysis and reporting solutions using digital tools and AI technologies.
• Participate in domestic and international test campaigns when required.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, Electronics or related Engineering discipline
• Proven experience in vehicle validation, testing or experimentation activities
• Solid technical knowledge of powertrain systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, and vehicle electronics.
• Experience with automotive development and diagnostic tools such as CANoe, INCA, MDA, ODIS or equivalent.
• Programming or scripting experience (Python, CANoe-CAPL) is highly valued.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional level of English and Spanish. German is considered an advantage.
• Availability for occasional travel and on-site testing activities.

What We Value

• Experience working in automotive development environments.
• Expertise in CAN communication analysis, diagnostics, and data evaluation.
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritize multiple activities
• Continuous improvement mindset, with focus on automation and efficiency.

We Offer

• Permanent contract and long-term career stability.
• Competitive salary aligned with experience and responsibilities. Salary range: 28.000 - 40.000€ gross per year (junior/senior profile)
• Private health insurance and life insurance.
• Mobile phone
• Flexible compensation package, including meal vouchers, transport allowance, and childcare support.
• International, highly specialized, and technology-driven work environment.
• Excellent working atmosphere and team-building activities.
• Professional development plan and internal growth opportunities.