Job Description
Trident Consulting is seeking a " Python Test Automation Engineer ” for one of our clients in " Auburn Hills MI "
Job Title: Python Test Automation Engineer
Location:Auburn Hills MI (Onsite)
Length of Assignment: 1 year w/ extension
Type: Contract (W2)
Rate:$30/hr
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Python Test Automation Engineer with strong experience in Automotive ECU Validation, HIL Testing, and Test Automation Framework Development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test solutions for Electronic Control Units (ECUs), vehicle systems, and connected automotive platforms.
The engineer will collaborate closely with validation engineers, embedded software developers, systems engineers, and integration teams to improve test coverage, accelerate regression execution, and ensure software quality across vehicle programs.
• 4+ years of Python automation experience
• 3+ years of automotive validation experience
Key Responsibilities
Test Automation Development
• Design and develop scalable automation frameworks using Python for ECU and vehicle-level testing.
• Develop automated test scripts for:
o Functional validation
o Regression testing
o Integration testing
o End-to-end testing
• Create reusable Python libraries, utilities, and automation components.
• Experience with Pytest and Robot framework
• CAN BUS Knowledge and CAN Tool Experience
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Integrate Python automation suites into Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or GitHub Actions.
• Generate automated test reports and dashboards.
• Perform root-cause analysis of failed tests and software defects.
• Support issue tracking using Jira and ALM tools.
About Trident
Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success.
Some of our recent awards include:
Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe. Received the TechServe Excellence award. Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022.
Job Title: Python Test Automation Engineer
Location:Auburn Hills MI (Onsite)
Length of Assignment: 1 year w/ extension
Type: Contract (W2)
Rate:$30/hr
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Python Test Automation Engineer with strong experience in Automotive ECU Validation, HIL Testing, and Test Automation Framework Development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test solutions for Electronic Control Units (ECUs), vehicle systems, and connected automotive platforms.
The engineer will collaborate closely with validation engineers, embedded software developers, systems engineers, and integration teams to improve test coverage, accelerate regression execution, and ensure software quality across vehicle programs.
• 4+ years of Python automation experience
• 3+ years of automotive validation experience
Key Responsibilities
Test Automation Development
• Design and develop scalable automation frameworks using Python for ECU and vehicle-level testing.
• Develop automated test scripts for:
o Functional validation
o Regression testing
o Integration testing
o End-to-end testing
• Create reusable Python libraries, utilities, and automation components.
• Experience with Pytest and Robot framework
• CAN BUS Knowledge and CAN Tool Experience
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Integrate Python automation suites into Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or GitHub Actions.
• Generate automated test reports and dashboards.
• Perform root-cause analysis of failed tests and software defects.
• Support issue tracking using Jira and ALM tools.
About Trident
Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success.
Some of our recent awards include:
Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe. Received the TechServe Excellence award. Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022.
| Sathees Kumar | |||||
| Lead Recruiter | |||||
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| Location | Auburn Hills, MI |
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