Systems Engineer

Job Title: Vehicle Systems Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a Vehicle Systems Engineer to support vehicle-level integration and testing for advanced safety and autonomous systems. The role focuses on system validation, vehicle builds, data collection, and supporting cross-functional engineering teams in an Agile development environment.
Responsibilities

• Lead and support vehicle integration, system checkout, and validation activities across ADAS and autonomous platforms.
• Execute vehicle-level testing, including scheduling, test planning, procedure development, and data collection.
• Calibrate sensors such as radar, vision, and lidar, and support full vehicle system integration.
• Drive test vehicles and perform real-world data acquisition and analysis.
• Define and support vehicle architectures, including power, communications, and system-level design.
• Coordinate with global engineering teams to meet program deliverables and timelines.
• Document test results, identify issues, and support root cause analysis.
• Support product demos, benchmarking activities, and pursuit efforts.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes and Automotive SPICE standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing processes.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 2+ years of vehicle-level testing experience in ADAS/Autonomous Driving or 3+ years in vehicle testing (durability, dynamics, or homologation).
• Experience with vehicle builds and hands-on testing activities.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work through complex technical issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN, CAN-FD, FlexRay, Ethernet).
• Familiarity with tools such as CANalyzer, CANape, or similar.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Exposure to ADAS/active safety feature validation.
• Experience with system-level architecture or integration.

Work Environment
This role requires a hands-on approach with driving and troubleshooting vehicles. You will be working at the forefront of advanced safety and autonomous vehicle technology, collaborating with global teams on next-generation mobility solutions. The environment offers direct exposure to cutting-edge ADAS systems and real-world vehicle integration.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Carmel, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Carmel,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2026.
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