Automotive Cockpit Validation Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA

$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.E./B.Tech in ECE, EEE, EIE, CSE, or related engineering disciplines.
  • 5-9 years of experience in the Automotive domain with a focus on Cockpit and Infotainment systems.
  • Hands-on experience in Cockpit Validation at vehicle and bench levels.
  • Strong knowledge of Infotainment and Cluster feature validation. (Includes multiple specifications)
  • Experience with automotive diagnostics and various diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct validation of Infotainment features including connectivity and media sources.
  • Validate Cockpit functionalities encompassing user information and warning systems.
  • Perform diagnostics validation on vehicle alerts and HMI interactions.
  • Manage configurations and settings related to automotive proxy systems.
  • Utilize diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and analyze vehicle systems.

Benefits

  • Work in a dynamic environment focused on innovative automotive technology.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with global cross-functional teams.
  • Engagement in varied and challenging projects in the automotive sector.
  • Supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional growth.
Full Job Description
Educational Qualification:
  • B.E./B.Tech in ECE, EEE, EIE, CSE, or related engineering disciplines.

Experience:
  • 5-9 years of relevant experience in the Automotive domain with a strong focus on Cockpit, Infotainment, Instrument Cluster, and Connected Vehicle Systems Validation.

Technical Skills & Responsibilities:
  • Hands-on experience in Cockpit Validation at both vehicle and bench levels.
  • Strong knowledge of Infotainment feature validation, including:
    • Radio/Tuner: AM, FM, DAB, SXM or equivalent tuner features
    • Media: USB, Bluetooth Audio or equivalent media sources, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay validation
    • Bluetooth: pairing, connectivity, telephony, audio streaming and profile validation
    • Navigation, location-based services and route guidance validation
    • Connected Apps, App Store, Wi-Fi, hotspot, OTA and connectivity features
  • Strong knowledge of Cluster feature validation, including:
    • Warning lamps, tell-tale indicators and chime behavior
    • Gauges: speedometer, tachometer, fuel, temperature, power meter and related displays
    • Driver Information Center (DIC) and vehicle information screens
    • Trip computer functions including trip distance, fuel economy, range and related calculations
    • ADAS visual alerts, notifications and cluster warning messages
    • Startup/shutdown animations, tell-tale sequencing and display wake-up/sleep behavior
  • Experience in validating Cluster diagnostics, CAN signals, vehicle alerts, HMI interactions, and integration between Infotainment and Cluster systems.
  • Hands-on experience in Proxy Alignment, Proxy Configuration, Proxy Settings management, Variant Coding, Feature Configuration, and Vehicle ECU Configuration activities.
  • Good understanding of automotive diagnostics including ECU flashing, coding, configuration, troubleshooting, DTC analysis, and fault isolation.
  • Hands-on experience with diagnostic tools such as WiTECH, DTS Monaco, CANoe Diagnostic Console, DDT2000, ODIS, Vector VH650/VH850, or equivalent OEM diagnostic tools.
  • Working knowledge of diagnostics protocols such as UDS and KWP2000, vehicle communication diagnostics, and Network Management concepts.
  • Good knowledge of Automotive Communication Protocols such as CAN, CAN FD, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, and FlexRay.
  • Hands-on experience using Vector tools including CANoe, CANalyzer, CANStress, and Vehicle Spy.
  • Experience in log collection, trace analysis, issue debugging, root cause analysis, defect reporting, and validation status tracking.
  • Experience in test automation frameworks and automation scripting would be preferred.

Additional Skills:
  • Knowledge of integrated cockpit systems including Infotainment, Cluster, Telematics, Connectivity, and ADAS-related user interfaces would be preferred.
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodology and tools such as JIRA, DOORS/DNG, RTC, and Requirement Traceability processes will be preferred.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills are essential.
  • Ability to work effectively with global cross-functional teams and support validation activities across multiple regions.

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