Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronics Engineering.
3+ years of Automotive Systems Engineering experience.
3+ years of Software Engineering experience with embedded systems.
Proficient in writing engineering requirements and specifications.
Experience with DFMEAs and System Boundary Diagrams.
Strong grasp of the Systems Engineering V-Model.
Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and CAN communication.
Responsibilities
Develop system architectures and define vehicle feature behavior.
Write engineering requirements and functional specifications.
Create engineering quality documentation like DFMEAs.
Develop verification plans and support safety assessments.
Support software implementation with detailed specifications.
Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering methodologies.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
Benefits
Hybrid work model with four days in-office.
Opportunity to lead next-generation vehicle feature development.
Engagement in early-stage systems engineering.
Collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines.
Involvement in complex technical issue resolution.
Full Job Description
Automotive Systems Engineer - Controls
Job Overview / Summary
We are seeking a highly technical Systems Engineer to lead the definition, architecture, and development of next-generation vehicle features from concept through production. This role focuses on early-stage systems engineering and feature development rather than primarily software testing or validation.
The position will translate customer and business needs into system requirements, functional specifications, logical architectures, and software implementation requirements while working across software, electrical, mechanical, and vehicle integration teams.
This is a hybrid position requiring four days per week in the office, Monday through Thursday, in Dearborn, MI.
Key Responsibilities
Develop system architectures and define vehicle feature behavior.
Write engineering requirements, functional specifications, and implementation specifications.
Create System Boundary Diagrams, DFMEAs, and other engineering quality documentation.
Develop verification plans and support functional safety and cybersecurity assessments.
Support software implementation through detailed functional specifications.
Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering methodologies to feature development.
Work across software, electrical, mechanical, and vehicle integration teams.
Collaborate across multiple engineering organizations to resolve complex technical issues.
Lead cross-functional engineering decisions and technical trade-off discussions.
Guide vehicle features from concept through production launch.
Support progression of customer use cases through architecture, design, development, testing, and production integration.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
Minimum 3 years of Automotive Systems Engineering experience.
Minimum 3 years of Software Engineering experience supporting complex embedded systems.
Experience writing engineering requirements, functional specifications, and implementation specifications.
Experience creating DFMEAs, System Boundary Diagrams, and other engineering quality documentation.
Strong understanding of the Systems Engineering V-Model.
Experience developing vehicle features from concept through production.
Strong understanding of vehicle electrical systems, including networking, wiring, power distribution, body systems, chassis systems, and CAN communication.
Experience collaborating across multiple engineering organizations to resolve complex technical issues.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of Automotive Systems Engineering experience.
Experience leading complete feature development throughout the product lifecycle.
Experience developing logical system architectures using Model-Based Systems Engineering tools.
Experience performing Functional Safety and Cybersecurity assessments.
Experience supporting software implementation through detailed functional specifications.
Electrical D&R experience.
Strong systems thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience leading multi-functional engineering teams and technical trade-off discussions.
Experience progressing customer use cases through architecture, design, development, testing, and production integration.
About HTC Global Services
HTC Global Services is a global provider of IT and Business Process Services and Solutions. Founded in 1990, HTC is headquartered in Troy, Michigan with delivery centers across multiple locations in North America, Europe, India, and Malaysia. HTC is an Inc. 500 Hall of Fame company and has been recognized by numerous industry and trade publications as a top provider of services. HTC has a strong client base of Global 2000 customers. HTC has a strong focus on healthcare, retail, financial services, and automotive verticals. HTC has a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility and has been recognized for its contributions to the community.
