Feature System Engineer

Jobtailor

Dearborn (MO)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Systems/Software Engineer for automotive applications in Missouri. The role focuses on architecting vehicle features, defining electrical topologies, and validating control logic using MATLAB/Simulink and Python, with emphasis on DFMEA, safety, and cybersecurity.

You will collaborate across product, engineering, and supplier teams, drive trade‑offs, and advance next‑generation vehicle capabilities through robust verification and optimization activities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering or mechatronics or equivalent.
3+ years of Systems/Software Engineering experience in automotive domain.
Experience with vehicle electrical systems, CAN and Ethernet protocols.
Cross-functional collaboration and Agile team experience.

Responsibilities

Architect and develop vehicle features from concept through production.
Define wiring/topologies and allocate features to targets.
Develop DFMEA, verification plans, safety and cybersecurity assessments.
Use MATLAB/Simulink to define architectures and validate logic.
Create and manage BDD tests; ensure traceability with JAMA/Jira.
Lead Six Sigma DMAIC/DFSS initiatives and analyze warranty metrics.
Collaborate with product teams, suppliers, and engineers; drive trade‑offs.
Communicate complex systems clearly and apply data analytics for customer insights.
Serve as a specialist in next‑gen vehicle development and feature optimization.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Python Coding

MATLAB Simulink

Gherkin Testing

Test Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Stateflow

MagicDraw

JAMA

Jira

Gherkin

Behave

Git

GitHub

Job description

Responsibilities

Architect and develop vehicle features at the systems level from early concept through production, including feature upgrades and migrations
Define network, wiring, and power distribution topologies, schematics, and block diagrams while allocating features to cost, quality, and performance targets
Develop feature, functional, and implementation specifications, DFMEA/Failure Mode Avoidance documentation, verification plans, functional safety assessments, and cybersecurity assessments and mitigations
Use Python, C++, MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, and MagicDraw to define logical architectures, develop and execute control strategies, and validate logic through SiL testing
Develop and maintain BDD scripts using Gherkin, create and manage Behave step definitions in Python, and ensure requirement-to-test traceability with JAMA and Jira
Champion Failure Mode Avoidance/DFMEA workshops and apply Six Sigma DMAIC/DFSS principles
Analyze warranty and quality metrics, including GQRS and AWS, to drive design improvements
Collaborate with product, program, core engineering, multifunctional teams, and suppliers; lead trade‑off discussions and identify technology and cost/quality opportunities
Communicate complex systems, issues, and resolutions clearly and apply connected data and analytics to build customer understanding
Serve as a key specialist in next‑generation vehicle development, leading design, validation, and optimization of complex vehicle features

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
3+ years of experience in Systems Engineering and/or Software Engineering, preferably automotive
3+ years of experience with vehicle electrical systems/features, including electrical module design, networking, wiring, power distribution, body/chassis systems, and CAN and Ethernet protocols
3+ years of cross-functional collaboration resolving software/CAN communication issues and ability to work within Agile teams using Epics and Sagas
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
3+ years of advanced proficiency in MATLAB Simulink and strong Python coding skills for scripting and test automation
2+ years of experience with BDD/Gherkin testing frameworks and test automation workflows
3+ years of experience with the systems engineering V-model, DFMEA/Failure Mode Avoidance methodologies, quality documentation, and specification/requirements writing
3+ years of experience training others in simulation/robustness tools and identifying system gaps using data-driven approaches
3+ years of strong systems thinking and analytical skills, with excellent written/verbal communication and resilience under pressure
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available
Master's Degree in a relevant engineering field and 5+ years of automotive engineering experience are listed as additional qualifications
Additional preferred qualifications include Seat experience, full software lifecycle experience, electrical D&R/testing, functional safety, cybersecurity, Ford internal tools, AUTOSAR, and Git/GitHub

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Systems Engineering and Software Engineering within the automotive sector, focusing on vehicle electrical systems, feature development, and advanced testing methodologies. Proficient in MATLAB, Python, and BDD frameworks, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and communication across multifunctional teams.

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