V.I.E. Software Update Engineer (M/W)

ALTEN; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN, a leader in engineering and IT services, seeks a vehicle software updates specialist to coordinate OTA deployments, analyze electrical and software concerns, and review vehicle communication logs. You will work across regions, generate fleet reports, and support launch activities while driving issue resolution. Strong English and internships are valued.

V.I.E. contract eligibility is noted. The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of System Requirements Engineering and DOORS.
• Familiarity with CAN, LIN, and Ethernet communication protocols.
• Strong English proficiency (minimum B2).
• Initial industry experience gained through internships or working student positions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform vehicle software updates including OTA and service-level software deployments.
• Analyze vehicle electrical, networking, and software-related concerns.
• Review CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and vehicle communication logs.
• Coordinate software implementation activities across multiple regions and organizations.
• Create reports on SW-updates and fleet coverage; provide weekly operational status reports and executive summaries.
• Support launch activities and vehicle readiness reviews.
• Drive issue resolution to closure and verify effectiveness of corrective actions.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Autonomous

Solution-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

DOORS

CAN

LIN

Ethernet

Job description

Leader in Engineering and IT Services, ALTEN brings together nearly 60,000 employees, 88% of whom are engineers. Present in over 30 countries, the Group supports its clients’ development strategies in engineering, innovation, R&D, and technological information systems.

Why choose ALTEN?

• The opportunity to contribute to the greatest technological challenges.
• Close support within a collaborative work environment.
• A true career accelerator in France and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform vehicle software updates including OTA and service-level software deployments.
• Analyze vehicle electrical, networking, and software-related concerns.
• Review CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and vehicle communication logs.
• Coordinate software implementation activities across multiple regions and organizations.
• Creating reports on SW-updates and fleet coverage
• Provide weekly operational status reports and executive summaries.
• Support launch activities and vehicle readiness reviews.
• Drive issue resolution to closure and verify effectiveness of corrective actions
• Eligible for a V.I.E. contract
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• Knowledge of System Requirements Engineering and tools such as DOORS
• Familiarity with CAN, LIN, and Ethernet communication protocols
• Strong communication skills and confidence in daily customer interactions
• Professional attitude with excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, autonomous, and solution-oriented
• Strong English proficiency, both written and spoken (minimum B2 level)
• Initial industry experience gained through internships or working student positions

Plus:

• OEM experience, ASIL
• ASPICE

ALTEN’s Commitments

Our sustainability and social responsibility approach is built on three fundamental pillars:

Our People

• A diverse workforce with over 100 nationalities
• An inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute
• Support for skill development and professional growth

The Environment

• Reducing our ecological footprint and promoting sustainable growth
• Goal: Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, guiding our operations and strategic initiatives
• 31% of our internal R&D dedicated to responsible innovation
• Transforming environmental challenges into value-creating solutions that drive progress