Validation Engineer - Connect Cars & Telematics

We are seeking a highly motivated Connected Car (Telematics) &
OTA Validation Engineerfor our facility (near Ann Arbor), to be responsible for continued development of BlueLink/Connected Car (Telematics) services for the North America vehicle platforms, in which you will be able to:
Responsible in assisting with the development of a North America telematics system by leading the wireless/network validation efforts, conducting studies/clinics, evaluating competitive systems, writing specifications, troubleshooting and verifying/validating the vehicle sub-system interactions.
Create test plan/cases, conduct bench and field validation, track production and development progress, and conduct end to end validation of the Telematics functionalities &
architectures based upon Test Development Plans (TDP’s). Inclusive in this endeavor is the ability to create and modify existing TDP’s related to the components &
system, so as to improve the validation efficiency.
Participate in and provide assistance in support of all quality gate activities prior to the launch of the project for a given vehicle platform. Assist with the evaluation of field/customer concerns after system launch &
drive resolution to maintain or improve customer expectations.
Develop, support, and execute plans to validate Over the Air (OTA) SW updates. Troubleshoot and work with suppliers/stakeholders to seek solutions for encountered issues.
Develop field/drive test routes and plans to verify telematics units in different network technologies (e.G. 3G, LTE) and conditions (Good/poor coverage, roaming, etc.).
Analyze modem/network issues using logging tools (e.G. QXDM, Wireshark, etc.) and work with all stakeholders (modem suppliers, network/server providers, etc.) to identify root cause and solutions.
Build and maintain active relations with device suppliers and network providers to seek solutions for emerging issues in order to enhance product quality.
Support the validation of off-board applications (Smartphone or server based).
Lead/support the processes of building and maintaining the telematics lab.
Provide progress reports during entire product development process.
Perform additional projects and tasks as assigned to support the overall mission, vision, and goals.
Remain current with new technology and competitive products.
Travel up to 15% of time domestically and internationally.
Requirements
Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Telecommunications.
Experience with vehicle product development process (concept to launch).
Up to 1 year experience with wireless network, Telematics systems, and vehicle sub-systems.
Experience working of cellular technology LTE, etc.
Experience with validation and logging/simulation tools, such as CMW500, QXDM, CAN analyzer, etc.
Experience with developing, completing and evaluating FMEA’s and DV/PV plans.