Field Test Engineering

Job Title: Field Test Engineering

Location: Lewisville TX
Onsite/ Remote: Onsite

Project Details: Connected Services Project Global OTA and other connected services features.

We are seeking a skilled OTA testing engineer to lead and execute vehicle connectivity and software update validation via OTA for Customer Field Trucks.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in vehicle telematics communication protocols and diagnostic tools to ensure seamless software updates in Trucks.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for testing and validating connected Features testing inBench Customer Field Trucks at plants validating software updates firmware and ECU reprogramming.

2. Collaborate with a cross-functional team for SW release timelines of various controllers and plan OTA testing on vehicles at plants.

3. Develop and execute test plans for wireless software updates.

4. Collaborate with cross functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve OTA update failures.

5. Identify Defects log defects with logs and monitor/track in defect tracking system.

6. Utilize diagnostic tools (CANoe) to capture and analyze communication logs during OTA testing.

7. Ability to create OTA test packages & In vehicle Remote diagnostic testing

8. Work closely with software and backend teams to verify update integrity and rollback mechanisms.

9. Maintain detailed documentation of test cases results and issues for continuous improvement.

10. Responsible for reporting bugs in system take part in triage calls to support defects and get it resolved.

11. Responsible for updating ECUs with SWs /Firmware via OBD Tools and via OTA

12. Hands-on experience with Automotive Network is a plus

13. Good understanding of Telematics Controller & OTA process is required.

14. Use CAN Bus Communication monitor CAN Traffic and Understand CAN Node acknowledgements Diagnostic messages priority.

15. Drive Requirements driven testing (100% Traceability Requirements Development Test Defect)

16. Require 50-75% travel to PACCAR plants & dealers in DFW area. Occasional (or 25%) Travel to Kenworth Plant/Dealerships

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelors degree in STEM or Electrical Engineering Automotive Engineering or related field.
2. 2 years of experience in OTA testing vehicle telematics or automotive software validation.
3. Strong knowledge of OTA architecture vehicle networks (CAN Ethernet) and automotive protocols (UDS J1939 etc)
4. Hands-on experience with diagnostic tools (Vector CANoe) or Vehicle Spy
5. Experience working with heavy-duty truck electronic systems is a plus.
6. Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.