Project Engineer (m/f/d)

IntroWe have an immediate need for a Sr. Project Engineer/Field Application Engineer to join the Testing Verification & Validations team.This position will work closely with customers providing hands-on support for Vector solutions in the customer’s environment, and lead Vector activities to ensure customer satisfaction. Your TasksProvide strong technical support for PC-based network tools used by product developers and test engineers at OEM’s and suppliersFacilitate success of current products and identify requirements for future solutionsMaintain excellent knowledge of Vector test and validation tool chain features and operationWork with customers to gather new tool requirements and work with Vector product development teams on behalf of the customerProactively initiate customer contact to develop positive, long-term, business relationshipsImplement business development plans to meet product line goalsManage and implement projects to assist customers integrating Vector tools into their processesIdentify and propose customer training opportunities including scope of instructionContribute information to market strategy by monitoring competitive products and providing feedback from customersProvide customer training services, including helping to develop courseware and providing instruction in classroom and workshop environmentsConduct demonstrations and customer workshops to promote Vector tools within customer organizationsYour ProfileKnowledge of OEM/Tier1 automotive ECU development and testing processes3+ years of experience in the development of vehicle software/hardware systemsExperience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems is desirable Excellent communication and presentation skills to communicate technical and other information to customers and team membersExperience with C/C#/C++ is requiredKnowledge of modern DevOps, and CI/CT/CD processes a plusExperience with MATLAB/Simulink/Labview/.NET a plus Understanding of software design and distributed embedded computer architecturesExperience using/implementing automotive networking standards such as CAN, CAN FD, J1939, LIN, MOST, Ethernet, FlexRay, AUTOSARPrevious experience with Vector tools (CANalyzer, CANoe, CAPL, vTESTstudio, VT System) is desirable Strong interest in automotive electronics, automotive diagnostics and communication protocolsFacilitation skills to bring issues to resolutionExcellent troubleshooting skillsStrong communication skills including verbal and listening skillsStrong persuasion and facilitation skills to be effective with different personnel levels and functions both at the customer and internallyAbility to work in a team environment with a sense of urgency to meet and exceed customer expectationsUnderstanding of test systems and procedures including MIL/SIL/HIL Willingness to travel to customer sites outside SE Michigan as necessary (typically < 30%)B.S. in EE/SE/CE/CS or related field or equivalent combination of education/experienceEqual Opportunity Employer—Disabled and VeteransTechstackC,C#, C++, CAN, CAN FD, J1939, LIN, MOST, Ethernet, FlexRay, AUTOSAR, CANalyzer, CANoe, CAPL, vTESTstudio, VT System Your VectorFor years, our employees have voted Vector one of the top employers. A fair feedback culture, mutual appreciation, professional and personal development opportunities, and a trusting work-life balance are just a few examples of our corporate values in action. You like a little more? Not only do we reward your work with appropriate compensation, we also offer you a wide range of benefits that go far beyond the usual.