Electrical/Computer Engineering Co-op 2026

Nexteer Automotive; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Nexteer Automotive is seeking a motivated Electrical/Computer Engineering co-op for 2026. The role focuses on ECU application testing in automotive embedded systems, offering hands-on lab work and exposure to AI-enabled testing initiatives.

You will learn the full validation lifecycle, work with MATLAB/Simulink and Vector CANoe toolchains, and assist in test case development, bench, SIL, and HIL testing while collaborating with experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time student during fall and winter semesters.
• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Must be able to work 20–32 hours per week during fall/winter and up to 40 hours in summer.
• Must have a 2.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Must have right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Interest in embedded systems, microcontrollers, and automotive protocols (CAN, CAN FD, LIN, FlexRay).
• Strong coding interest with exposure to Python, MATLAB, or C#.
• Foundational understanding of electrical and computer engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to industry tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Vector CANoe, and related automation frameworks.
• Develop, update, and execute test cases and test plans for hardware/software integration at component and system levels.
• Conduct bench-level, SIL, and HIL testing using MathWorks and Vector toolchains.
• Document test results and support root cause analysis with senior engineers.
• Maintain traceability between requirements and test cases using the RTC toolchain.
• Contribute to test automation frameworks using CAPL, Python, C#, or scripting tools.
• Support version control and configuration management of simulation models, test assets, and automation artifacts.
• Explore simulation-based fault injection and robustness testing methods.
• Participate in software build, release planning, and cross-functional meetings.
• AI‑Based Test Initiatives: support AI-assisted test case and test vector generation; validate AI-generated tests; benchmark AI-generated vs manual tests; integrate AI tools into SIL/HIL and automated workflows.

Skills

Embedded systems interest

Coding interest (Python)

Analytical abilities

Strong math background

Foundational EE/CE knowledge

Education

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

MATLAB/Simulink

Vector CANoe

Python

C#

RTC toolchain

Office 365 / Excel / Power BI / SQL

Job description

Electrical/Computer Engineering Co-op 2026

Location: Saginaw, MI, US

Division: US-Corporate (COR)

This is a student co‑op position located in Auburn Hills, MI. This position supports ECU application testing and lab activities.

Job Posting: Co‑op ECU Application Testing (Automotive)

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated, detail‑oriented co‑op student to join our ECU Application Testing team. This role offers hands‑on experience in embedded systems validation and exposure to simulation‑based testing. You will gain exposure to the full validation lifecycle of automotive embedded systems while working alongside experienced engineers to ensure robust integration of hardware and software components in automotive ECUs.

In addition to traditional validation activities, this role offers exposure to AI‑enabled testing initiatives that support next‑generation approaches to intelligent automation, test generation, and validation efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to industry tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Vector CANoe, and related automation frameworks
• Assist in developing, updating, and executing test cases and test plans for hardware/software integration at component and system levels based on functional and system requirements
• Conduct bench‑level, SIL, and HIL testing using MathWorks and Vector toolchains
• Document test results, identify anomalies/defects, and support root cause analysis in collaboration with senior engineers
• Maintain traceability between requirements and test cases using the RTC toolchain
• Contribute to test automation frameworks using CAPL, Python, C#, or scripting tools
• Support version control and configuration management of simulation models, test assets, and automation artifacts
• Explore simulation‑based fault injection and robustness testing methods
• Participate in software build, release planning, and cross‑functional engineering meetings

AI‑Based Test Initiatives

• Support AI‑assisted test case and test vector generation using requirements, system models, or historical test data
• Assist in validating AI‑generated tests against functional expectations, system requirements, and execution results
• Participate in benchmarking AI‑generated tests versus manually authored tests to evaluate coverage, quality, and execution effectiveness
• Support integration of AI tools into existing SIL/HIL and automated regression workflows

Requirements

• Candidate must be attending a 2‑year college or 4‑year university local to Auburn Hills
• Candidate must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
• Candidate must be able to work 2032 hours per week during the fall and winter semesters
• Up to 40 hours per week during the summer semester
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale
• Must be a full‑time student (12 or more credits) during the fall and winter semesters
• Candidate must have an interest in embedded systems, microcontrollers, and automotive communication protocols (CAN, CAN FD, LIN, FlexRay)
• Candidate must have a strong interest in coding, with exposure to scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C#
• Candidate must have a foundational understanding of electrical and computer engineering principles
• Candidate must have strong mathematical and analytical abilities
• Candidate must be proficient with Microsoft products (Office 365, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Power BI, Access, SQL)
• Candidate must have excellent communication and documentation skills and strong attention to detail
• Candidate must have the right to work in the U.S. and not require current or future sponsorship

Preferred Requirements

• Coursework or interest related to AI/ML, data science, or intelligent automation
• Exposure to Python‑based data analysis or basic machine learning workflows
• Curiosity and initiative to explore emerging technologies in automotive validation

What You’ll Gain

• Real‑world experience in automotive embedded systems testing and validation
• Exposure to industry‑standard tools, processes, and safety‑focused engineering practices
• Hands‑on participation in AI‑enabled test strategy development, including next‑generation automation and intelligent validation workflows
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and opportunities to contribute to live production programs
• A collaborative, innovative environment with visibility into modern automotive software development lifecycles

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