Job Description

Job Title: Python Automation Engineer

Location: Dearborn, MI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Python Automation Engineer with strong experience in the automotive domain to design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and tools supporting vehicle systems validation. The ideal candidate will work closely with software, systems, and validation teams to ensure high-quality delivery of automotive embedded and connected systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Python-based automation frameworks for automotive software validation.
• Automate test cases for ECUs, vehicle networks, and embedded systems .
• Execute automated and manual tests for vehicle features across HIL, SIL, MIL, and vehicle-level testing .
• Integrate automation scripts with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Develop test utilities for CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Ethernet communication.
• Analyze test results, debug failures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure traceability between requirements, test cases, and test results using tools such as Jira, Polarion, DOORS, or Codebeamer.
• Support regression testing, test reporting, and metrics generation.
• Adhere to automotive quality and safety standards such as ASPICE, ISO 26262 , and internal OEM processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics, or related field .
• 5+ years of experience in Python automation testing .
• Strong experience in the automotive industry .
• Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (PyTest, Robot Framework, or unittest).
• Experience with automotive protocols : CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet.
• Familiarity with Vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer) or equivalent.
• Experience in HIL testing environments (dSPACE, NI, Vector).
• Strong understanding of embedded systems and ECU architecture .
• Experience using version control systems (Git).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ADAS, Infotainment, Powertrain, Body, or EV systems .
• Knowledge of AUTOSAR (Classic or Adaptive) .
• Exposure to OTA validation and connected vehicle systems .
• Experience with Linux/QNX environments .
• OEM or Tier-1 supplier experience.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional automotive environment.
• Self-driven with strong ownership of deliverables.

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