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Contract

Field Systems Engineer

Contechs Consulting
Ypsilanti
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 23 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 22 August 2026
Ref: 225406527

Position Title:               Field Systems Engineer                                  

Duration:                      Contract                                                                     

Location:                      Superior Township, MI. USA               

 

Key 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, analyse, 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

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

 

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