E/E System Architect – Vehicle Architecture (all gender)

ALTEN; United States; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an experienced E/E Systems Architect to design and develop vehicle-level architectures across domains. You will translate requirements into system-level designs and coordinate ECU, sensor and software integration with suppliers and partners.

The role requires a degree in a compatible engineering field, strong MBSE tool experience, and fluency in English. German is a plus, with flexible hybrid working options and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering or Computer Science.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle-level E/E architectures based on requirements.
• Translate vehicle requirements into system and component levels.
• Define and maintain system architectures, interfaces, and signal flows.
• Design and evaluate vehicle networks (CAN/CAN-FD, LIN, Automotive Ethernet).
• Coordinate ECU, sensor, actuator and software integration across domains.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers and partners.
• Support architecture reviews, testing, and change impact assessments.
• Ensure requirements traceability and architectural consistency.

Skills

English communication

German (nice to have)

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Automotive/CS)

Tools

PREEvision

DOORS

Enterprise Architect

MATLAB/Simulink

SysML/MBSE tools

Job description

Описание:

We are the designers of today for the world of tomorrow. As one of the world's leading engineering service providers, we at ALTEN are committed to positively shaping the future of our partners, the careers of our employees and the challenges facing our society and environment. More than 50,000 employees in 30 countries are already working on innovative solutions in various engineering and IT sectors such as automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, medical technology and railway technology.

Задачи:

• YOU... design and develop vehicle-level E/E architectures based on functional, technical, and regulatory requirements
• translate vehicle requirements into system, subsystem, ECU, and component-level requirements
• define and maintain system architectures, interfaces, signal flows, and communication concepts
• design and evaluate vehicle communication networks including CAN/CAN-FD, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, and diagnostics
• coordinate the integration of ECUs, sensors, actuators, and software components across vehicle domains
• collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, suppliers, and technology partners
• support architecture reviews, system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and change impact assessments
• ensure requirements traceability and architectural consistency across the complete vehicle system

Требования:

• YOU... have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• have several years of experience in E/E systems development within the automotive or off-highway industry
• have a solid understanding of vehicle E/E architectures, systems engineering, and requirements engineering
• are familiar with automotive communication technologies such as CAN/CAN-FD, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, and diagnostics (UDS)
• have experience with architecture and requirements management tools such as PREEvision, DOORS, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar MBSE/SysML-based tools
• have knowledge of automotive standards and development processes, including ISO 26262, Automotive SPICE, and ideally ISO/SAE 21434
• understand ECU hardware, embedded software, wiring harnesses, and electrical vehicle architectures
• have experience collaborating with suppliers, development partners, and cross-functional engineering teams
• have excellent English communication skills; German is a plus

Additional Information

• Salary starting at €4,300 gross per month (based on 38.5 hours/week), with a clear willingness to offer a higher salary depending on qualifications and professional experience.
• We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age and sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified.
• Talent Management - we develop your career
• Work life balance - flexible working hours and mobile working possible ... and of course we offer the usual standards such as many events, permanent employment contract and corporate benefits.