System Engineer

NTT America, Inc.; City of Rome (NY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 112,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Sponsored certifications

Coaching school access

Team events and social activities

Job summary

NTT DATA Romania is seeking an experienced System Engineer to support the development of complex automotive systems. You will contribute to system definition, requirements management, architecture development, and product integration across the lifecycle from concept to production.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration with hardware, software, mechanical, and validation teams, plus ensuring safety, quality, and project objectives are met.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience in system engineering within automotive or another complex product development environment.
• Strong knowledge of requirements management, traceability, and system development processes.
• Hands-on experience with DFMEA and FTA.
• Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support end-to-end system engineering activities across automotive development programs.
• Define, analyze, document, and manage system and customer requirements using requirements management tools.
• Ensure requirements traceability, consistency, completeness, and alignment throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain system architecture, interfaces, and functional concepts.
• Perform and support system safety, reliability, and risk analysis activities, including DFMEA and FTA.
• Coordinate closely with hardware, software, mechanical, validation, and other engineering disciplines to ensure successful system integration.
• Act as a technical interface for customers and internal stakeholders, supporting technical reviews, requirement clarifications, and issue resolution.
• Manage development documentation, work items, configuration, and traceability using engineering lifecycle management tools.
• Support Functional Safety and Cybersecurity-related engineering activities in accordance with applicable automotive standards.
• Participate in design reviews, technical assessments, audits, and risk management activities.
• Support problem‑solving and root cause analysis for system‑level issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of system engineering processes, methods, and development practices.

Skills

Requirements management

Traceability

System engineering

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering

Engineering background

Tools

Requirements management tools

Job description

Who We Are

We don't just develop embedded software — we engineer intelligence into products. The Embedded Competence Center at NTT DATA Romania brings together experts in embedded systems, firmware development, and hardware–software integration, delivering robust and high-performance solutions for complex, safety-critical environments. With strong expertise in C/C++, AUTOSAR, real-time operating systems, and communication protocols, we design scalable embedded architectures, integrate software seamlessly with hardware, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Across the industries we support — from Automotive and Industrial Automation to Smart Devices and IoT — we transform reliable embedded technology into a foundation for innovative, dependable products.

We're looking for an experienced and motivated System Engineer to support the development of complex automotive systems and products. In this role, you will contribute to system definition, requirements management, architecture development, technical coordination, and product integration throughout the development lifecycle, from concept to production. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams and customers to ensure that technical requirements, system performance, safety, quality, and project objectives are successfully achieved.

Please note that this opportunity is available exclusively on a freelance/contractor basis (B2B engagement). We are currently not considering permanent employment applications for this role.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and support end-to-end system engineering activities across automotive development programs

• Define, analyze, document, and manage system and customer requirements using requirements management tools

• Ensure requirements traceability, consistency, completeness, and alignment throughout the product development lifecycle

• Develop and maintain system architecture, interfaces, and functional concepts

• Perform and support system safety, reliability, and risk analysis activities, including DFMEA and FTA

• Coordinate closely with hardware, software, mechanical, validation, and other engineering disciplines to ensure successful system integration

• Act as a technical interface for customers and internal stakeholders, supporting technical reviews, requirement clarifications, and issue resolution

• Manage development documentation, work items, configuration, and traceability using engineering lifecycle management tools

• Support Functional Safety and Cybersecurity-related engineering activities in accordance with applicable automotive standards

• Participate in design reviews, technical assessments, audits, and risk management activities

• Support problem‑solving and root cause analysis for system‑level issues

• Contribute to continuous improvement of system engineering processes, methods, and development practices

What you’ll bring along

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field

• Experience in system engineering within automotive or another complex product development environment

• Strong knowledge of requirements management, traceability, and system development processes

• Hands‑on experience with system risk and reliability analysis methods such as DFMEA and FTA

• Experience working with cross‑functional engineering teams

• Ability to interact with customers and stakeholders in a technical environment

• Experience with requirements and lifecycle management tools

• Good understanding of automotive development processes and product lifecycle activities

• Basic understanding of Functional Safety and Cybersecurity principles and applicable automotive standards

• Strong analytical, communication, coordination, and problem‑solving skills

• Good command of English, both written and spoken

• Experience in automotive electrification, power electronics, energy management, embedded systems, or similar technical domains is nice to have

• Knowledge of ISO 26262, Automotive SPICE, and automotive cybersecurity standards is nice to have

• Familiarity with system integration, verification, and validation activities is nice to have

What’s in it for you

New beginnings can be a challenge. We promise a smooth integration and a supportive mentor

Pick your working style: choose from Remote, Hybrid or Office work opportunities

Early bird or night owl? Our projects have different working hours to suit your needs

Nobody is born an expert. Sharpen your tech skills with our sponsored certifications, trainings and top e-learning platforms

We want you to stay healthy! Enjoy our Private Health Insurance – it's custom‑made for you

A clear mind is a healthy mind. Attend individual coaching sessions or go one step further by joining our accredited Coaching School

Make the most of our epic parties or themed events – they're lovingly designed for our people and their families

NTT DATA Romania is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants regardless to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

What’s in it for you

• New beginnings can be a challenge. We promise a smooth integration and a supportive mentor

• Pick your working style: choose from Remote, Hybrid or Office work opportunities

• Early bird or night owl? Our projects have different working hours to suit your needs

• Nobody is born an expert. Sharpen your tech skills with our sponsored certifications, trainings and top e-learning platforms

• We want you to stay healthy! Enjoy our Private Health Insurance – it's custom‑made for you

• A clear mind is a healthy mind. Attend individual coaching sessions or go one step further by joining our accredited Coaching School

• Make the most of our epic parties or themed events – they're lovingly designed for our people and their families

Make this the place you grow

Your unique talent is what matters. NTT DATA Romania is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants regardless to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic.