Lead ECU Design & Release Engineer

altentechnologyusa; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an experienced automotive ECU engineer to design, develop, validate, and release electronic control units for North American vehicle lines, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams across multiple locations.

You will develop and revise DFMEA and DVP&R documents, monitor warranty issues, support vehicle builds, mentor peers, and drive continuous improvement while applying GD&T and rigorous problem-solving to deliver robust product solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, automotive engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in automotive engineering with focus on electrical systems and components.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues and optimize designs.
• Strong interpersonal communication, adaptable to work on multiple programs, proactive and driven for results.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development and release of ECU components.
• Root Cause Analysis: Identify and resolve technical issues utilizing root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Best Practices and Documentation: Create, implement, and manage engineering best practices, including core DFMEA and DVP documents for driveline systems.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve designs, processes, and products through innovative solutions and best practices.
• Mentoring: Mentor and provide technical direction to other engineers.
• Total Warranty Cost Reduction: Identify areas of improvement to reduce total warranty costs and propose technical solutions.
• Presentation Skills: Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Industry Competitiveness: Stay up to date with latest advancements and incorporate innovative solutions into product designs.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Automotive engineering

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

DFMEA

DVP&R

GD&T

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an experienced automotive ECU engineer to design, develop, validate, and release electronic control units for North American vehicle lines, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams across multiple locations.

You will develop and revise DFMEA and DVP&R documents, monitor warranty issues, support vehicle builds, mentor peers, and drive continuous improvement while applying GD&T and rigorous problem-solving to deliver robust product solutions.