Assistant Chief Engineer

Role details

• Design Systems Engineer (DSC) / Assistant Chief Engineer-type role
• Location: (100% onsite)
• Focus on controller hardware (ECM, EVCU, TCM, DTCM)

Must-have

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or related field
• 2 years of automotive engineering experience
• Background in control modules and electromechanical systems
• DRE experience (background only, not acting as DRE)

Nice-to-have

• Experience with sensors, actuators, control units
• CAN communication protocols
• Software calibration exposure
• Automotive development process knowledge (DFMEA, validation, etc.)

Role focus

• Systems-level engineering (not design release)
• Requirements development and issue resolution
• Electrical/communication integration across modules
• Coordination with software, calibration, and DRE teams
• Support cost/timing inputs for new programs and changes

Target profile

• Strong technical project lead / systems mindset
• Self-starter with minimal ramp-up needed
• Automotive experience preferred, but open to adjacent industries (if quick to adapt)

Additional notes

• Minimal CAD/design work (NX not required)
• Contract with potential for conversion
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.