Project Engineer

Snapon; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Snap-on is seeking a senior Project Engineer to lead diagnostics software across embedded, PC, and mobile platforms for heavy-duty vehicles. You will architect, implement, and integrate driver, firmware, and application layers with a focus on secure, high-quality products.

You will collaborate with OEMs, fleets, and cross-functional teams, applying strong embedded expertise and knowledge of CAN/J1939, ISO 15765-2, J1708/J1587, UDS, and J2534. This role is site-based in Rochester Hills, MI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS is required.
• 5+ years in embedded systems, diagnostics, or automotive/heavy-duty software development.
• Proficient in C++, multithreaded design, and API drivers on PC platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of driver, firmware, and application software for vehicle communication devices.
• Define requirements, system architecture, and integration strategies across software and hardware.
• Develop API drivers and communication layers per RP1210/RP1227/J2534 standards.
• Ensure cybersecurity, safety, and regulatory compliance for diagnostics products.
• Collaborate with OEMs, fleets, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver robust solutions.
• Provide technical leadership during development, testing, and deployments.

Skills

Embedded software

C++

Multithreaded design

Vehicle communication protocols

TCP/IP networking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering/CS

Tools

Visual Studio 2022

Git

Job description

Overview

Snap-on Business Solutions Position: Project Engineer - PC, Mobile & Embedded Diagnostics for Heavy Duty Vehicles

Location: Rochester Hills, MI

Work: Monday-Friday; 8a-5p; On Facility Site

We are seeking a senior technical engineer to lead development of diagnostic solutions across embedded, PC, and mobile platforms in the heavy-duty vehicle diagnostics domain. This role is best suited for someone with strong hands-on experience in embedded software, vehicle communications, and system integration who can also provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams. You will help define architecture, solve complex integration challenges, and deliver secure, high-quality products that support evolving customer and industry requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of driver, firmware, and application software for vehicle communication devices supporting heavy-duty diagnostic protocols such as CAN/J1939, ISO 15765-2, J1708/J1587, UDS, and ISO 22900.
• Define requirements, system architecture, and integration strategies across software and hardware platforms.
• Develop and enhance API drivers aligned to industry standards such as RP1210, RP1227, and J2534.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with OEMs, fleets, suppliers, and internal engineering teams to deliver robust, secure, and high-performing diagnostic solutions.
• Provide technical leadership during development, testing, and customer deployments by driving issue resolution and integration readiness.
• Contribute to certification and compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded systems, diagnostics, or automotive/heavy-duty software development.
• Strong technical expertise in the following areas:
• Object-oriented software development, preferably in C++
• Multithreaded software design and development
• Development of API drivers and communication layers on PC platforms using C, C++, or .NET
• Strong understanding of vehicle communication protocols such as CAN, CAN FD, ISO 15765-2, UDS, J1939, and DoIP
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking, secure communications such as TLS, VPN, and IPsec, and diagnostic tools such as Wireshark
• Experience with low-level PC drivers such as USB or NDIS and integration of third-party SDKs
• Strong experience with modern software development environments, preferably Visual Studio 2022
• Familiarity with Agile, CI/CD, and version control (Git).

Preferred Skills

• Experience developing firmware for vehicle communication interface devices using microcontrollers, CAN transceivers, UARTs, and USB peripherals, preferably on NXP-based platforms
• Experience debugging firmware on embedded or connected IoT devices
• Familiarity with PC and mobile application development on Android or iOS that integrates with third-party APIs and device communication layers
• Exposure to AI-assisted software development or familiarity with large language model-based tooling
• Linux experience in embedded or device-oriented environments
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity practices in embedded systems
• Wireless communication experience with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Classic SPP, or Bluetooth Low Energy
• Experience with containerized applications on embedded systems (Docker, Podman).