Automotive Software Technician (CDL-A) - Diagnostics & R&D

Technical Professionals Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Technical Professionals Group is seeking Software Technicians with a CDL-A to join our team in the Portland, Oregon area. The role supports R&D efforts for state-of-the-art commercial vehicles, focusing on diagnostics, testing, and software parameter modifications.

Ideal candidates come from dealership diagnostics or semiconductor backgrounds and are comfortable working with Vector tools, CAN analyzers, and proprietary flash tools, while maintaining thorough documentation and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A with at least 1 year of driving experience.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnostics using dealership or industrial tools.
• Familiarity with diagnostic software such as Vector tools, CAN analyzer, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Utilize diagnostic software and tools (e.g., Vector tools, CAN analyzer, G-Rot, Diagnostic Link, proprietary flash tools) to troubleshoot and analyze vehicle systems.
• Connect diagnostic equipment to vehicles, identify issues, and perform initial troubleshooting to isolate faults.
• Escalate complex issues to engineering teams by gathering and presenting relevant diagnostic data.
• Conduct software flashing and parameter modifications to assess vehicle functionality.
• Monitor and analyze CAN network signals to verify system integrity and operation.
• Drive vehicles on test tracks to validate repairs and ensure functionality of modified systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to interpret test results and refine software applications.
• Maintain detailed documentation of diagnostic processes, issues, and resolutions.

Skills

CDL-A

Diagnostics troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Read vehicle signals

Proprietary tools learning

Tools

Vector tools

CAN analyzer

G-Rot

Diagnostic Link

Proprietary flash tools

Job description

Technical Professionals Group is seeking Software Technicians with a CDL-A to join our team in the Portland, Oregon area. The role supports R&D efforts for state-of-the-art commercial vehicles, focusing on diagnostics, testing, and software parameter modifications.

Ideal candidates come from dealership diagnostics or semiconductor backgrounds and are comfortable working with Vector tools, CAN analyzers, and proprietary flash tools, while maintaining thorough documentation and collaboration with