Software Integration Engineer

Talentify; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth post-tax benefits

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent in Portland, OR is seeking a Software Integration Engineer to verify vehicle builds and manage ECU software versions. The role emphasizes reducing downtime through troubleshooting and collaboration with Mechatronics and software teams.

You will document issues, parse CAN logs, and create maintenance procedures while supporting drive testing across multiple trucks. A strong background in automotive software and ECUs is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of system engineering experience with automotive ECUs.
• 2+ years of automotive software experience, including calibration and controls development.
• Hands-on vehicle troubleshooting support, including CAN log parsing.
• Expert knowledge in creating test scripts and configurations in CAN tools.
• Expert knowledge in using calibration and programming tools.
• Must have understanding of automotive ECUs, technology, systems and subsystems.
• Experience with Ethernet/CAN/LIN loggers (Vector tools, Vehicle Spy, etc.).
• Experience with vehicle calibration tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with direction from supervisor.
• Understanding of system requirements and control algorithms in automotive applications.
• Experience with diagnostic protocols in automotive ECUs (UDS, KWP, GMLAN).

Responsibilities

• Maintain vehicle software according to product validation requirements.
• Perform troubleshooting to minimize vehicle downtime, including verification of dataloggers.
• Track and report vehicle downtime to relevant stakeholders.
• Document and report functional abnormalities of base vehicle functions.
• Provide information and support during daily operations, alignment, and status update meetings.
• Log and archive relevant data when troubleshooting or gathering information.
• Perform procedural root cause analysis of issues seen in trucks.
• Acquire and parse data logs from trucks to understand fault triggers.
• Collaborate with Mechatronics and software teams to resolve issues.
• Function as the point person for multiple trucks during drive testing.
• Create and update troubleshooting guides based on root cause analysis.
• Provide lessons learned and suggest improvement ideas.
• Collect and provide metrics to track truck effectiveness.

Skills

Vehicle troubleshooting

CAN log parsing

Test script creation

Calibration tools

Programming tools

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Electrical/Computer/Electronics degree

Tools

Vector tools

Vehicle Spy

CAN tools

UDS protocol

Job description

About this job

Job Title: Software Integration Engineer

We are seeking a Software Integration Engineer to play a crucial role in verifying vehicle builds and maintaining software versions of Electronic Control Units (ECUs). This position involves ensuring vehicle software meets product validation requirements, minimizing vehicle downtime through effective troubleshooting, and collaborating with various teams to resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vehicle software according to product validation requirements.
• Perform troubleshooting to minimize vehicle downtime, including verification of dataloggers.
• Track and report vehicle downtime to relevant stakeholders.
• Document and report functional abnormalities of base vehicle functions.
• Provide information and support during daily operations, alignment, and status update meetings.
• Log and archive relevant data when troubleshooting or gathering information.
• Perform procedural root cause analysis of issues seen in trucks.
• Acquire and parse data logs from trucks to understand fault triggers.
• Collaborate with Mechatronics and software teams to resolve issues.
• Function as the point person for multiple trucks during drive testing.
• Create and update troubleshooting guides based on root cause analysis.
• Provide lessons learned and suggest improvement ideas.
• Collect and provide metrics to track truck effectiveness.
• 2+ years of system engineering experience with automotive ECUs highly preferred - relatable internships may be considered.
• 2+ years of total automotive software experience, including calibration and controls development.
• Hands-on vehicle troubleshooting support, including acquiring and parsing CAN logs.
• Expert knowledge in creating test scripts and configurations in CAN tools.
• Expert knowledge in using different calibration and programming tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors or masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent.
• MUST have understanding of automotive ECUs, technology, systems, and subsystems.
• Experience with Ethernet/CAN/LIN loggers (Vector tools, Vehicle Spy, etc.).
• Experience with vehicle calibration tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with direction from supervisor.
• Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Understanding of system requirements and control algorithms in automotive applications.
• Experience with diagnostic protocols in automotive ECUs (UDS, KWP, GMLAN, etc.).

The position is based at an R&D shop/facility, where vehicles are assembled from the ground up. Engineers may participate in road tests on vehicles from time to time. The work environment fosters a great team culture, teamwork, and a growth mindset.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.