Systems Development Engineer

System Development EngineerThe System Development Engineer plays a key role in system-level design cutting-edge automotive technologies. This position focuses on defining and managing system requirements and architecture, overseeing system test activities, and ensuring robust, safety-compliant solutions for high-tech sensors and camera-based analytics in modern vehicles.ResponsibilitiesDevelop clear, comprehensive system requirements and interface requirements.Maintain full traceability of system requirements to customer requirements to ensure alignment with stakeholder needs.Ensure traceability of system requirements to detailed subsystem and component-level requirements.Develop and document system architecture that meets functional, performance, and safety objectives.Maintain traceability of system architecture to system requirements to support verification and validation activities.Ensure traceability of system requirements through to system test, including test planning and coverage analysis.Perform and support System FMEA activities to identify, assess, and mitigate potential system-level risks.Apply and follow established system engineering processes throughout the development lifecycle.Ensure system development and validation activities comply with ASIL requirements under ISO 26262.Ensure system development and validation activities align with ASPICE process standards.Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including firmware, electrical, and software engineering, to integrate sensor and camera-based analytics solutions.Contribute to model-based systems design activities using tools such as SysML and system modeling environments.Support requirements capture, management, and change control using tools like DOORS.Participate in reviews of system models, requirements, and architecture to ensure quality and consistency.Provide technical input for system test strategies and support resolution of issues identified during validation.Essential SkillsApproximately 5 years of experience in systems engineering or systems design roles.Strong experience using DOORS or similar requirements capture and management tools.Background in automotive systems engineering is required.At least 2 years of experience in automotive environments.Experience working with firmware and electrical systems in a multidisciplinary engineering context.Knowledge of DFMEA and System FMEA practices and their application to complex systems.Understanding of ISO 26262 requirements for functional safety in automotive systems.Familiarity with ASPICE process standards for automotive software and systems development.Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical field is strongly preferred.Solid foundation in systems engineering principles, including requirements management, architecture, and validation.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with high-tech sensors and camera-based systems, particularly in automotive applications.Experience with model-based systems design using SysML or similar system modeling methodologies.Exposure to software-intensive and sensor-based camera analytics solutions.Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams across firmware, electrical, and software disciplines.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to complex system-level challenges.Attention to detail in maintaining requirements and architecture traceability throughout the development lifecycle.Effective communication skills for presenting system concepts, documentation, and review findings.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Zeeland, MI.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Zeeland, MI.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.