EVOC Triage Engineer

Kett Engineering; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kett Engineering Corporation seeks an EVOC Triage Engineer to join our Plymouth, MI team. This role blends data analytics with hands-on vehicle diagnostics to rapidly triage, track, and drive resolution of fleet issues across EV systems.

You will diagnose vehicles onsite using CANalyzer and related CAN tools, document findings in tickets, and coordinate with drivers, technicians, and engineers to accelerate reliability growth. Occasional short-notice travel may be required to remote locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in a fast-paced technical environment (automotive, aerospace, or related hardware-testing).
• High proficiency in Jira for ticket creation, workflow management, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of complex vehicle systems; experience with Electric Vehicles (EVs) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Issue Triage & Tracking: document, prioritize, and assign emerging problems using Jira; analyze trends and elevate high-severity issues.
• Investigate & Document: gather logs and feedback from test drivers; ensure diagnostic data is captured and linked.
• Facilitate Failure Analysis: create tickets for hardware issues and coordinate parts; route to engineering or suppliers for root cause analysis.
• Act as a Key Liaison: serve as the main communications bridge between drivers, workshop, and engineering groups.
• Maximize Fleet Uptime: prioritize fleet schedule and track workshop repair tickets from inception to closure.
• Coordinate Vehicle Updates: oversee OTA software updates; perform manual flashing when needed to verify resolutions.

Skills

Jira

CAN tools

Diagnostics

EV knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CANalyzer

Job description

Job Description

Company Overview

Kett Engineering is a 60-year-old company with over 28 years of experience in the automotive test industry. We support vehicle testing, development, personnel management, and staffing for leading automotive manufacturers and Tier-1 suppliers. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and quality in every project.

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated EVOC Triage Engineer to join our team in Plymouth, MI. This is a critical, hands‑on role responsible for rapidly triaging, tracking, and driving resolution of all fleet issues, playing a key part in accelerating our vehicle development and reliability growth. The role is part data analytics and part hands‑on vehicle diagnostics.

EVOC is an over the road mileage accumulation program that operate in multiple locations and weather conditions to capture issues before products go to market.

You will personally diagnose vehicles onsite using CANalyzer and other CAN tools, and for high‑priority issues you may be required to travel to remote locations on short notice. This requires a broad and deep understanding of all EV systems, including but not limited to Thermal, Charging, Propulsion, Chassis, and Body Controls. You will ensure all relevant data is captured and documented in tickets to enable fast, accurate root‑cause analysis and resolution. You will be the central point of contact for our test drivers, technicians, and engineering teams to follow up on vehicle issues.
Responsibilities

• ·Manage Issue Triage & Tracking:Act as the first line of defense for new vehicle issues. Document, prioritize, and assign emerging problems using Jira (e.g., system‑level tickets, root cause analysis requests). Analyze trends and elevate high volume and high severity issues.
• Investigate & Document:Collaborate with test drivers to gather detailed logs and qualitative feedback to strengthen issue reports. Ensure all diagnostic information is accurately captured and linked. Diagnose in vehicle or with dashboard data initial root cause of issues.
• Facilitate Failure Analysis:Create tickets for any hardware issues. Manage the logistics for failed components. You will be responsible for ensuring parts are correctly removed, documented, and routed to the appropriate engineering teams or suppliers for root cause analysis.
• Act as a Key Liaison:Serve as the primary communication bridge between test drivers, the workshop/tech team, and supporting engineering groups to ensure seamless information flow for rapid problem resolution.
• Maximize Fleet Uptime:Proactively manage and prioritize the fleet schedule to ensure continuous, efficient testing. Create, manage, and track workshop repair tickets from inception to closure.
• Coordinate Vehicle Updates:Oversee the deployment of Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates to the fleet. In some cases, manually flashing may be required to update the fleet or verify issue resolution.

Qualifications

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a related technical field.
• Experience:A minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced technical environment (automotive, aerospace, or a related hardware‑testing field is strongly preferred).
• Technical Skills:High proficiency in Jira for ticket creation, workflow management, and reporting.
• Automotive Knowledge:Strong understanding of complex vehicle systems, diagnostics, and architecture. Specific experience with Electric Vehicles (EVs) is a major asset.
• No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License
• Must have a valid driver's license and/or Real ID or any other documentation to travel within the country.
• Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring

Company Description

Established in 1953, Kett Engineering is a leader in the Automotive Test and Personnel Services industry. Our goal is to provide our Automotive and OEM customers with superior