Automotive ECU Design & Development Engineer

TekWissen LLC; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen is seeking an Electronics Applications Engineer to join the Automotive ECU design team in Saline, MI, delivering next‑generation vehicle electronics systems from concept to production. The role focuses on ECU development, wireless communication, and cross‑functional collaboration with global teams to meet ambitious project milestones.

Qualifications include a BS in engineering, 6+ years in large electronic systems, ECU protocols experience (CAN/CAN‑FD/LIN/CXPI), and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in ME, CS, CE, Robotics, EE, or equivalent.
• 6+ years leading or collaborating on large electronic systems from concept to production.
• Experience with electrical architecture and ECU protocols (CAN, CAN-FD, LIN, CXPI).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong time management and prioritization.
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills.
• Willing to work overtime up to 10%.
• Experience with DFMEA, DRBFM, and FTA.

Responsibilities

• Plan structure of parts and systems with target setting and interface definitions.
• Ensure timely, error-free outputs for parts development including lists and specs.
• Collaborate with groups to drive milestones for vehicle projects.
• Lead development of electronic parts for vehicle changes.
• Improve group operations and project visibility.
• Benchmark technologies to propose next‑generation solutions.
• Develop production schedules through SOP (Start of Production).
• Negotiate schedules within Electronics Systems and with suppliers.
• Assess risks and create recovery plans for performance, cost, mass, quality.
• Coordinate with Client Design Center and international counterparts.
• Mentor junior engineers in electrical systems development.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Communication

MS Office

Overtime flexibility

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

CAN/CAN-FD/LIN/CXPI protocols

DFMEA

DRBFM

FTA

CATIA

Job description

Job Title: Automotive ECU Design & Development Engineer

Location: Saline, MI 48176

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Pay Rate: $54.62-$54.62/HR

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client is a recognized prominent global enterprise in the automotive sector, listed among the top 50 companies in the Global Fortune rankings. As a leading player in the global automotive industry, our client manufactures vehicles in 27 countries and effectively markets them across over 170 countries and regions worldwide.

Job Description:

Client's Integrated Vehicle Systems (IVS) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Electronics Applications Engineer to join the team in creating the future of mobility through the development of next‑generation vehicle electronics systems. Reporting to the Senior Manager, the primary responsibility of this role is to develop electronics‑related components for vehicle‑specific applications, including but not limited to ECUs and wireless communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan structure of parts and systems through target setting, packaging, electrical interface definition, parameter setting, and style feasibility.
• Be accountable for following department processes, meeting deadlines, and delivering error‑free output for parts development activities including Parts Lists, Wire Specifications, and Part Specifications.
• Identify and develop products through project milestones in cooperation with related groups for specified vehicle projects.
• Lead the development of electronic parts for concurrent minor and major vehicle changes.
• Take initiative to improve group operations, project visibility, and overall quality of group output.
• Improve customer experience through innovation by benchmarking competitor vehicles, consumer electronics, and emerging technologies, then translating findings into next‑generation product proposals.
• Create and maintain part development schedules through SOP (Start of Production).
• Conduct schedule negotiations within the Electronics Systems department and with suppliers.
• Assess and manage risks related to performance, cost, mass, quality, and user experience while developing recovery plans when needed.
• Participate in evaluation and manufacturing activities at domestic and international locations.
• Communicate and coordinate with Client Design Center engineering teams and Client Japan counterparts.
• Support and expand Client's role in electrical systems development.
• Collaborate with local development engineers and electronics development engineers in Japan on future cockpit electronics applications.
• Lead creation of performance and functional specifications for cockpit electronics.
• Work with customers and Client engineers to resolve issues, perform bug fixes, and conduct joint testing.
• Mentor junior engineers in the development of electrical systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proven ability to manage mid‑to‑large-scale projects and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet project milestones with high‑quality deliverables.
• Open‑minded with willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• More than 6 years of experience leading or collaborating on development of mid‑sized or large‑scale electronic systems from concept through production.
• 1-2 years of experience with electrical architecture and vehicle ECU communication protocols including CAN, CAN‑FD, LIN, CXPI, and related communication technologies.
• Fundamental circuitry knowledge.
• Experience with development quality tools such as DFMEA, DRBFM, and FTA.
• Strong time management and task prioritization skills.
• Strong verbal and written presentation skills.
• Willingness to work overtime up to 10% of the time as necessary.

Added Bonus

• Master of Science degree in a related engineering or computer science field.
• Experience using CATIA or similar CAD/engineering systems.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.