CFT Test Engineer

Akkodis; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 61,992 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a CFT Test Engineer for a 6-month contract role in Lewisville, TX. The ideal candidate will possess 2-4 years of experience in OTA testing and vehicle telematics, along with strong troubleshooting skills. This position involves testing and validating connected features in heavy-duty vehicles, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless software updates. Competitive pay ranges from $45.00 to $55.00 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in OTA testing, vehicle telematics, or automotive software validation.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle networks (CAN, Ethernet) and automotive protocols (UDS, J1939).
• Hands-on experience with diagnostic tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Test and validate connected features in vehicles.
• Collaborate with teams to plan OTA testing on vehicles.
• Develop test plans for wireless software updates.
• Identify and log defects during testing.
• Monitor CAN traffic and diagnose issues.

Skills

OTA testing

Vehicle telematics

Diagnostic tools

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field

Tools

Vector CANoe

Vehicle Spy

Job description

This range is provided by Akkodis. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $55.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Akkodis

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Akkodis is seeking ofan CFT Test Engineerfor a 6 Months Contract role with one of our Industry leading Client in Lewisville, TX. The ideal candidate would have a minimum 2 - 4 years of experience in OTA testing, vehicle telematics, or automotive software validation and experience with heavy-duty truck electronic systems would be a plus.

Pay Range: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour (as per experience) on W2, the salary range may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Connected Services Project, Global OTA and other connected services features.

We are seeking a skilled OTA testing engineer to lead and execute vehicle connectivity and software update validation via OTA for Customer Field Trucks. The ideal candidate will have expertise in vehicle telematics, communication protocols and diagnostic tools to ensure seamless software updates in Trucks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for testing and validating connected Features testing inBench, Customer Field Trucks at plants, validating software updates, firmware and ECU reprogramming.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team for SW release timelines of various controllers and plan OTA testing on vehicles at plants.
• Develop and execute test plans for wireless software updates.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve OTA update failures.
• Identify Defects, log defects with logs and monitor/track in defect tracking system.
• Utilize diagnostic tools (CANoe) to capture and analyze communication logs during OTA testing.
• Ability to create OTA test packages & In vehicle Remote diagnostic testing.
• Work closely with software and backend teams to verify update integrity and rollback mechanisms.
• Maintain detailed documentation of test cases, results, and issues for continuous improvement.
• Responsible for reporting bugs in system, take part in triage calls to support defects and get it resolved.
• Responsible for updating ECUs with SW's /Firmware via OBD Tools and via OTA.
• Hands‑on experience with Automotive Network is a plus.
• Good understanding of Telematics Controller & OTA process is required.
• Use CAN Bus Communication, monitor CAN Traffic and Understand CAN Node acknowledgements, Diagnostic messages priority.
• Drive Requirements driven testing (100% Traceability Requirements, Development, Test, Defect).
• Require 50-75% travel to Client's plants & dealers in DFW area. Occasional (or 25%) Travel to Kenworth Plant/Dealerships.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in OTA testing, vehicle telematics, or automotive software validation.
• Strong knowledge of OTA architecture, vehicle networks (CAN, Ethernet), and automotive protocols (UDS, J1939, etc)
• Hands‑on experience with diagnostic tools (Vector CANoe) or Vehicle Spy
• Experience working with heavy‑duty truck electronic systems is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client‑recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act.

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance.

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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