Field OTA Test Engineer

Job Title : Field OTA Test Engineer

Location : Dallas TX

Client : Cognizant

JOB SUMMARY:

• Responsible for testing and validating connected Features testing In-Bench Customer Field Vehicles at plants validating software updates firmware and ECU reprogramming.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team for SW release timelines of various controllers and plan OTA testing on vehicles at plants.
• Develop and execute test plans for wireless software updates.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve OTA update failures.
• Identify Defects log defects with logs and monitor/track in defect tracking system.
• Utilize diagnostic tools (CANoe) to capture and analyze communication logs during OTA testing.
• Ability to create OTA test packages & In vehicle Remote diagnostic testing
• Work closely with software and backend teams to verify update integrity and rollback mechanisms.
• Maintain detailed documentation of test cases results and issues for continuous improvement.
• Responsible for reporting bugs in system take part in triage calls to support defects and get it resolved.
• Responsible for updating ECUs with SWs /Firmware via OBD Tools and via OTA
• Hands-on experience with Automotive Network is a plus
• Good understanding of Telematics Controller & OTA process is required.
• Use CAN Bus Communication monitor CAN Traffic and Understand CAN Node acknowledgements Diagnostic messages priority.
• Drive Requirements driven testing (100% Traceability Requirements Development Test Defect)
• Require 50-75% travel to plants & dealers in DFW area. Occasional (or 25%) Travel to Plant/Dealerships out of state

• Solid experience on Telematics & OTA - Requires 2 years of professional experience.
• Must have 2 years of prior professional experience on In-Vehicle level testing.
• Great communication and collaboration skills with ableness to explain prior projects.
• Must have experience with test cases creation planning & execution.
• Have knowledge on defect/bug creation and able to explain with proper examples.
• Solid knowledge on flashing ECUs.
• Must have knowledge on CANoe/Canalyzer tools.
• Must have knowledge on analyzing CAN/CANFD/UDS/J1939.
• Must have a clean driving record

• Must endure being outdoors often in extremely warm/hot weather climate.
• Onsite full-time (no hybrid nor remote).
• Will require 50-75% travel to local plants & dealers in the Dallas area. Occasional (or 25%) travel to Plant/Dealerships (out of state)
• Able to handle OBD diagnostic tools
• CANoe expertise
• Making defect calls to the team explaining what they are troubleshooting
• Project duration is 2 years
• The Test Engineer will perform functionality on vehicles. Vehicle testing validation exp. OTA functionality. Bench level CANalyzer hands on.
• 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 Vehicles.
• The ideal candidate will have expertise in vehicle telematics communication protocols and diagnostic tools to ensure seamless software updates in vehicles.

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