Electrical EECI DRE

SEGULA Technologies; Toluca, Saltillo; Hybrid; MXN 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

SEGULA Technologies is seeking a Design & Release Engineer (DRE) specializing in Electrical & Electronic Controls & Integration (EECI) to lead ECU development, integration, and release from concept to mass production. You will own control unit and software release lifecycles, working with vehicle architecture teams, software release engineers, and Tier-1 suppliers in a hybrid environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a DRE or similar, strong embedded and automotive network expertise

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/ Electronics/ Computer Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years as a DRE/Controls/Systems Integration in automotive OEM or Tier-1 ECU supplier.
• Strong embedded systems, ECU hardware architectures, and vehicle power/ground.
• Proficient with CAN/CAN-FD, LIN, Ethernet and diagnostic protocols (UDS/OBD-II).
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&Rs, and release management tools.

Responsibilities

• Own design and release lifecycle for ECUs and software-enabled modules.
• Oversee in-vehicle networks and diagnostic release per ISO standards.
• Coordinate software/calibration releases, OTA compatibility, and EOL routines.
• Manage release workflows, ECR/ECO, BOM structuring, and traceability in PLM.
• Lead DVP&R planning, hardware/software integration testing (HIL).
• Coordinate with Tier-1 suppliers and cross-functional teams on schedules.
• Troubleshoot electrical integration issues and DTCs with structured methods.
• Ensure ISO 26262 functional safety and cybersecurity compliance.

Skills

Embedded systems

ECU hardware

Vehicle networks

DFMEA & DVP&R

Root-cause methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Computing

Tools

CANoe

CANalyzer

CANape

PLM systems

BOM management

Job description

Design & Release Engineer (DRE) – Electrical & Electronic Controls & Integration (EECI)

Position Level: Mid to Senior Level

Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

Locations: Mexico City, Toluca, or Saltillo, Mexico

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Design & Release Engineer (DRE) specializing in Electrical & Electronic Controls & Integration (EECI) to oversee the development, integration, and release of electronic control units (ECUs), smart actuators, and software-driven embedded systems.

In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end component management—focusing heavily on ECU integration, in-vehicle network protocols, software flashability, diagnostic definitions, and system-level validation. You will serve as the primary technical interface between vehicle architecture teams, software release engineers, quality, manufacturing plants, and Tier-1 electronic suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Control Unit & Integration Ownership: Manage the complete engineering design and release lifecycle for electronic control devices and software-integrated modules (e.g., Central Body Controllers, Gateway Modules, Zone Controllers, Domain Controllers, or Smart Junction Boxes) from concept through Mass Production (SOP).
• Network & Diagnostic Release: Oversee component integration with in-vehicle communication networks (CAN, CAN-FD, LIN, Automotive Ethernet) and ensure compliance with diagnostic requirements (UDS ISO 14229, OBD-II).
• Software & Calibration Lifecycle: Coordinate software and calibration releases, managing flashing protocols, Over-The-Air (OTA) update compatibility, and End-of-Line (EOL) programming routines for manufacturing plants.
• Engineering Release Management: Execute release workflows, Engineering Change Requests/Orders (ECR/ECO), Bill of Materials (BOM) structuring, and software/hardware part number traceability within PLM tools (e.g., Enovia/Teamcenter).
• System Validation (DVP&R & HIL): Lead Design Verification Plans & Reports (DVP&R), combining hardware validation with software integration testing on Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test benches and prototype vehicles.
• Supplier & Cross-Functional Alignment: Lead technical reviews with Tier-1 ECU suppliers, tracking software delivery schedules, hardware revisions, functional safety requirements, and component sign-offs.
• Root Cause Analysis & Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot vehicle electrical integration issues, network bus errors, and ECU DTCs using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone) to resolve field and plant issues.
• Functional Safety & Cybersecurity: Ensure hardware/software designs conform to ISO 26262 functional safety requirements (ASIL ratings) and automotive cybersecurity compliance standards.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience as a DRE, Controls Engineer, or Systems Integration Engineer in an automotive OEM or Tier-1 ECU supplier environment.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong background in embedded systems, ECU hardware architectures, and vehicle power/ground distribution.
  • Deep technical proficiency in automotive communication protocols (CAN, CAN-FD, LIN, Ethernet) and diagnostic protocols (UDS, OBD-II).
  • Hands‑on experience using vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer, CANape) for vehicle network analysis and diagnostic logging.
  • Familiarity with software/hardware release management tools, PLM systems, and BOM management.
  • Direct experience generating DFMEAs, technical specifications, and DVP&Rs for electronic control devices.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proven proficiency with structured root‑cause methodologies (8D, Ishikawa, Red X) for complex electro‑mechanical or software/hardware interaction issues.
• Language Skills: Professional working proficiency in English and Spanish (written and verbal).

SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group, boosting the competitiveness of all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, life sciences, and telecoms. With a presence in more than 30 countries and 140 locations worldwide, the Group prioritizes close relationships with its clients, driven by the expertise of its 15,000 employees. As a leading engineering player putting innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies manages large-scale projects, ranging from initial studies to industrialization and production. SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is dedicated to gender balance and diversity, recognizing and recruiting talent of all backgrounds.