Software & System Test Engineer

Tharp Consulting; Raymond (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education support

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Tharp Consulting seeks a Software & System Test Engineer to execute engineering tasks for electrical and electronics systems in vehicle development. You will design ECU specs, troubleshoot, test hardware/software, and verify EMC while coordinating with suppliers and documenting processes.

The role emphasizes independence, strong communication, and problem solving, with a mix of hands-on lab work and remote collaboration. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• BSEE or BSME degree or equivalent.
• 0-2 years related experience.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, MS Office, CANalyzer.

Responsibilities

• Design ECU specifications.
• Troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis.
• Conduct hardware/software testing and verify electromagnetic compatibility.
• Manage project activities and coordinate with suppliers.
• Document processes and communicate potential system impacts.
• Ensure system security against cyber threats.
• Develop vehicle electrical infrastructure.

Skills

MATLAB

MS Office

CANalyzer

Effective communication

Relationship management

Problem solving

Education

BSEE or BSME degree

Job description

Role:

The Software & System Test Engineer is responsible for executing engineering assignments in electrical and electronics systems, ensuring system integrity, and supporting vehicle development.

Responsibilities:

Design ECU specifications, perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis, conduct hardware/software testing, and verify electromagnetic compatibility. Manage project activities, coordinate with suppliers, and document processes. Recognize potential system impacts from changes and communicate proactively. Ensure system security against cyber threats and develop vehicle electrical infrastructure.

Qualifications & Skills:

BSEE or BSME degree or equivalent, 0-2 years related experience, effective communication, relationship management, problem-solving, proficiency with tools like MATLAB, MS Office, CANalyzer. Ability to work independently, multi-task, and pay attention to detail.

Work Conditions & Benefits:

Hands-on vehicle work, lab testing, occasional travel, with a split between on-site and remote work. Competitive salary, benefits, career growth opportunities, education support, and additional perks.

Ideal candidates:

Innovative, persistent, collaborative, and aligned with continuous improvement values.