Senior Project Engineer – Connected Services at Aptiv

Troy, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Automotive, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or 7-10 years equivalent experience
  • Familiarity with OE & aftermarket engine, OBD, transmission or vehicle systems calibration, validation, and development
  • Knowledge of product development tools including data acquisition, management, and analysis tools
  • Strong written and oral communication skills (interacts with external customers and internal management)
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical situations
  • Ability to see the “big picture” and understand how individual tasks interconnect and impact other parts of the testing process
  • Nice to have: Experience or education in data science
  • Nice to have: Programming experience with languages such as Python and/or C
  • Nice to have: Experience working for Commercial Vehicle or Passenger Car companies
  • Nice to have: EV and/or ADAS experience
  • Traits: Curiously investigate everything – ability to solve problems analytically, creatively, and collaboratively
  • Traits: Lead with confidence – thought leaders who empower those around them
  • Traits: Learn by doing – an entrepreneurial mindset driven by hands-on experimentation
  • Traits: Embrace resilience – seeing every challenge as a learning opportunity
  • Traits: Passion for product excellence – build great products with distinct customer value and apply continuous improvement and innovation

Responsibilities

  • Develop or assist in the development of a statement of requirements for engineering projects
  • Confer with customer to review and clarify requirements
  • Share and train team members in industry methods and technology and encourage best practices
  • Directly modify or specify new components of the data acquisition system to ensure it meets customer design and performance requirements for powertrain/vehicle system development and validation
  • Research, analyze, and assist in the implementation of innovative methods to collect and present powertrain/vehicle systems data and information, increasing value to the customer
  • Gather voice of the customer feedback for software design engineers to solve customer issues and implement new solutions related to powertrain/vehicle system development, validation, and testing
  • Review customer data and reports to verify correctness, completeness, data fidelity, and value
  • Confer with engineers and other personnel to root cause and resolve system malfunctions, implement operating procedures, and provide technical information to the customer
  • Conduct engineering tests to analyze the feasibility, design, operation, and performance of Control-Tec equipment, software, and systems
  • Establish and maintain customer/internal data creation standards
  • Create and cultivate customer/supplier contacts and assist in Supplier Management
  • Develop engineering solutions within assigned project(s) scope and timing
  • Contribute to project quotes, various reports, presentations, and studies
  • Continue to stay current in training in the latest calibration technology

Skills

powertrain systems
vehicle control systems
data acquisition
requirements engineering
system validation
testing
root cause analysis
engineering tests
customer requirements
software design

Aptiv

Develops integrated systems for vehicles

About Aptiv

Aptiv develops integrated vehicle systems for the automotive industry, focusing on software-defined vehicles. Their products help tackle challenges related to autonomous driving, vehicle electrification, and advanced safety features. Aptiv collaborates with major car manufacturers and other mobility stakeholders to enhance vehicle performance and safety through their technological solutions. Unlike many competitors, Aptiv emphasizes a partnership model, providing ongoing support and integration of their systems into vehicles. The company's goal is to improve the overall driving experience and safety in vehicles while advancing the future of mobility.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1994Year Founded
$7.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Amazon's entry into connected cars increases competition for Aptiv.
Investment in MAXIEYE exposes Aptiv to geopolitical and regulatory risks.
Oragadam plant expansion may strain finances if demand doesn't meet expectations.

Differentiation

Aptiv integrates software and systems for autonomous driving and vehicle electrification.
The company collaborates with major car manufacturers for software-defined vehicle solutions.
Aptiv operates 14 technical centers globally, enhancing its R&D capabilities.

Upsides

Aptiv's investment in MAXIEYE expands its presence in the Chinese automotive market.
The Oragadam plant expansion increases production capacity for advanced vehicle systems.
Participation in CES 2025 showcases Aptiv's leadership in automotive technology innovation.

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