Hardware Engineer

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Job Description

We are seeking a Design/Development Release Engineer for Vehicle Access and Key Authentication ECU modules. The Engineer will work with product design/release engineers and various support groups to specify and carry out development and partner with suppliers to complete design and qualify for production. The Engineer will interface with EE Systems group to define vehicle level functional specifications, vehicle packaging teams, and Product Design Office to define first surface components.

The candidate will also: Develop component level specifications; participate in Product Assurance Planning (Program Management); manage the supplier of the components to ensure vehicle program milestones are met/achieved; review component DFMEA (Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis); deliver DVRR (Design Validation and Reliability Report) and complete applicable compliance reports. The candidate will participate in Reactive Quality Problem Solving and will be supporting Supplier Quality during Process Sign-off (PS) and PFMEA reviews (Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis). Travel for plant support may be required for this position.

The Product Design and Engineering careers at customer offer the chance to drive innovation and embrace bold new challenges as a member of the team responsible for revolutionizing the automotive industry. Today, we're on a new road, with defined goals and renewed energy. You will see it in our attention to quality and performance, and in the groundbreaking designs and technologies that create an unparalleled driving experience for our customers. In keeping with these objectives, and considering the increasing electronics and software content in vehicles today.

Basic Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical from an ABET accredited university
• A minimum of 3 years of experience developing and/or testing automotive electronic systems
• Ability to manage and prioritize issues/tasks in directing multiple products and suppliers
• Working knowledge of CAN, CAN FD and Ethernet networks and associated analytical tools
• Experience with RF/Wireless systems and component design
• Knowledge of molding and packaging processes
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft/Google Office Suite applications
• Strong oral and written communication
• Strong leadership skills (prepared to lead a supplier team)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma or Shainin certification
• Knowledge of electronic product manufacturing processes
  
  

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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