Automation Test / Lab Support Engineer

Luxoft; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxoft in Dearborn, MI seeks an Automation Test Engineer / Lab Support Engineer to set up, operate, maintain, and automate an automotive testing laboratory. This hands-on role involves working with hardware, test equipment, vehicle components, and automation tools in an on-site lab.

You will develop Python scripts, build fixtures, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and support automated and manual tests, ensuring reliable test environments and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• Hands-on lab experience in a lab, test bench, or manufacturing setting.
• Experience assembling, wiring, fabricating, modifying, and troubleshooting hardware.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation and maintenance of automotive test lab equipment and infrastructure.
• Perform hands-on hardware fabrication, wiring, and integration for test setups and benches.
• Build, modify, and maintain test fixtures, harnesses, adapters, and lab hardware.
• Perform preventive maintenance on test equipment and lab infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues affecting tests.
• Develop Python scripts and automation utilities to support testing and data collection.
• Execute automated and manual tests and investigate failures.
• Analyze logs to identify root causes across software/hardware/infrastructure.
• Collaborate to resolve issues and maintain test environments.
• Document configurations, procedures, and maintenance activities.

Skills

Hardware assembly

Wiring fabrication

Lab troubleshooting

Python scripting

Test automation

CAN/CAN FD

Electrical schematics

On-site collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

Job description

We are looking for an Automation Test Engineer / Lab Support Engineer to support the setup, operation, maintenance, and automation of an automotive testing laboratory. This role requires a strong hands‑on mindset and the ability to work directly with hardware, test equipment, vehicle components, and automation tools.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a lab environment, performing hardware fabrication and integration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and scripting, while also supporting the execution and automation of testing activities.

This position is highly hands‑on, and on‑site lab support is a core responsibility of the role.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in automotive test environments, hardware troubleshooting, vehicle networking, and automation support.

Responsibilities:

• Support the day‑to‑day operation and maintenance of automotive test laboratory equipment and infrastructure.
• Perform hands‑on hardware fabrication, assembly, wiring, and integration for test setups and benches.
• Build, modify, and maintain test fixtures, harnesses, adapters, and other lab hardware as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance on test equipment, benches, computers, network equipment, and other lab infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, communication, and connectivity issues affecting test execution.
• Configure and maintain test environments, including PCs, embedded systems, measurement equipment, and automotive interfaces.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts and other automation utilities to support testing, diagnostics, data collection, and lab activities.
• Execute automated and manual tests and support the investigation of test failures.
• Analyze logs and test results to identify root causes and distinguish between software, hardware, and infrastructure issues.
• Support the integration and configuration of automotive communication and test equipment such as CAN/CAN FD and other relevant interfaces.
• Collaborate with test engineers, developers, and other technical teams to resolve issues and maintain test environments.
• Document lab configurations, procedures, troubleshooting steps, and maintenance activities.
• Support the setup and deployment of new test benches and laboratory equipment.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and operational lab environment.
• Provide on‑site technical support for urgent lab and test infrastructure issues.

Mandatory Skills Description:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer - Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Hands‑on experience working in a laboratory, test bench, manufacturing, or engineering environment.
• Experience with hardware assembly, wiring, fabrication, modification, and troubleshooting.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of physical equipment.
• Programming/scripting experience, preferably Python.
• Experience with test automation and/or automated test execution.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues across hardware, software, and network interfaces.
• Basic understanding of automotive communication protocols such as CAN/CAN FD.
• Experience using laboratory equipment, PCs, measurement tools, and engineering/test tools.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize day‑to‑day lab activities.
• Willingness to work on‑site in the laboratory and perform hands‑on technical activities.

Nice-to-Have Skills Description:

• Strong analytical and structured troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently in a lab environment
• Clear technical communication and documentation
• Proactive and ownership-driven mindset