Field Systems Engineer

Optimal Inc.

Superior Charter Twp, MI

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Contractor
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Calibration, Communications Protocols, Control Systems, Controller Area Network (CAN), Data Collection, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Ethernet, High Voltage (HV), Identify Issues, Network Traffic Analysis, On Call, On Site Support, Process Improvement, Software Prototyping, Systems Engineering, Vehicle Fleets, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Superior Charter Twp, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Title:
Field Systems Engineer

Job Responsibilities:

Fleet Uptime & On-Call Support

    • Serve as the primary technical responder for fleet issues
    • Provide on-call support to ensure testing operations remain active

Build Support, Software & Calibration Deployment

    • Manage and execute deployment of software packages across prototype and pre-production fleets
    • Execute ECU flashing operations on fleet vehicles

Advanced Diagnostics

    • Utilize ETAS INCA for ECU reprogramming and troubleshooting
    • Operate proprietary Hyundai diagnostic tools to investigate system faults

Data Acquisition & Analysis

    • Lead CAN/LIN/Automotive Ethernet traffic recording and analysis
    • Use Vector tools (CANalyzer/CANoe) or ETAS tools for diagnostics
    • Root-cause complex electrical and communication issues

Rapid Field Triage

    • Travel to vehicle sites to perform on-site analysis of hardware/software malfunctions
    • Collect diagnostic data for engineering teams in Michigan and Korea
    • Support permanent fix development through field data insights

Collaboration & Process Improvement

    • Work closely with the HATCI Project Manager on recurring field issues
    • Suggest process improvements for fleet maintenance operations

Required Technical Qualifications

Experience: 3+ years of hands-on vehicle engineering experience in EV or ADAS/Autonomous environments

Diagnostic Tools: Expert-level proficiency with:

    • ETAS INCA (ECU reprogramming and flashing)
    • Vector or ETAS tools for data logging

Communication Protocols: Deep understanding of:

    • CAN (Controller Area Network)
    • LIN (Local Interconnect Network)
    • Automotive Ethernet

Vehicle Systems Knowledge:

    • Strong familiarity with High-Voltage (HV) Electric Vehicle systems
    • Power distribution architectures
    • Electronic control modules (ECMs)

Data Analysis Skills:

    • Proven ability to record, analyze, and interpret complex CAN traffic
    • Troubleshooting expertise in:
      • Vehicle Control systems
      • Chassis systems
      • Electrical systems

Travel Requirements

  • Up to 40-70% travel to regional vehicle sites for on-site support and diagnostics

About the Company

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Optimal Inc.