Sr. Project Engineer - Connected Services

Aptiv; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health care

Life and accident insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Learning and development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Aptiv in Troy, Michigan is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for Connected Services to drive development, validation and testing of powertrain and vehicle control systems in OE and aftermarket sectors.

You will define requirements with customers, lead data acquisition and analysis efforts, coordinate cross-functional teams, and contribute to quotes and studies while staying current with calibration technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Automotive, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or 7–10 years of equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with OE & aftermarket engine, OBD, transmission or vehicle systems calibration, validation, and development.
• Knowledge of data acquisition, management, and analysis tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work with customers and management.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts and see how tasks interconnect.
• Curiosity and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support engineering projects for powertrain/vehicle systems.
• Review requirements with customers and translate to specs.
• Modify data acquisition components to meet performance requirements.
• Analyze and present powertrain data to increase customer value.
• Collaborate with engineers to diagnose and resolve system malfunctions.
• Contribute to quotes, reports, and studies.
• Stay current with calibration technology training.

Skills

Data analysis

Data acquisition

Communication skills

Mathematical concepts

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automotive, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Data acquisition tools

Python

C

Job description

Senior Project Engineer - Connected Services

Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world's leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road-helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

YOUR ROLE

As a Senior Project Engineer in Connected Services on our team, you'll develop and support various engineering projects related to the development, validation, and testing of powertrain/vehicle control systems in the OE and aftermarket sectors.

In your daily job you will:

• Develop or assist in the development of a statement of requirements for engineering projects. Confer with customer to review and clarify requirements.
• Share and Train team members in industry methods and technology and encourage them in best practices
• Directly modify or specify new components of the data acquisition system to ensure it meets customer design and performance requirements for powertrain/vehicle system development and validation.
• Research, analyze, and assist in the implementation of innovative methods to collect and present powertrain/vehicle systems data and information, which increases value to the customer.
• Gather voice of the customer feedback for software design engineers to solve customer issues and implement new solutions to satisfy customer needs related to powertrain/vehicle system development, validation, and testing.
• Review customer data and reports to verify correctness, completeness, data fidelity, and value
• Confer with engineers and other personnel to root cause and resolve system malfunctions, implement operating procedures, and provide technical information to the customer.
• Conduct engineering tests that will analyze the feasibility, design, operation, and performance of Control-Tec equipment, software, and systems
• Establish and maintain customer/internal data creation standards
• Create and cultivate customer/supplier contacts and assist in Supplier Management
• Develop engineering solutions within assigned project(s) scope and timing
• Contribute to project quotes, various reports, presentations, and studies
• Continue to stay current in training in the latest calibration technology

YOUR BACKGROUND

Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:

• Bachelor's Degree - Automotive, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or 7-10 yrs equivalent experience
• Familiarity with OE & aftermarket engine, OBD, transmission or vehicle systems calibration, validation, and development.
• Knowledge of product development tools including data acquisition, management, and analysis tools
• Strong written and oral communication skills. This role interacts with both external customers and internal management.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Must be able to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to see the "big picture" and understand how individual tasks interconnect and impact other parts of the testing process.

Nice to have:

• Experience or education in data science
• Programming experience with languages such as python and/or C
• Experience working for Commercial Vehicle or Passenger Car companies
• EV and/or ADAS experience

Traits we seek:

• Curiously investigate everything - ability to solving problems analytically, creatively and collaboratively
• Lead with confidence - thought leaders who empower those around them
• Learn by doing - an entrepreneurial mindset that's driven by hands-on experimentation
• Embrace resilience - seeing every challenge as a learning opportunity and invitation to grow
• Passion for product excellence - build great products with distinct customer value and apply continuous improvement and innovation

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement

APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET'S CHANGE TOMORROW!

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.