Systems Integration Engineer

Job Description: TPV-Mule Systems Integration EngineerLead the electrical and functional "bring-up" of prototype Mule vehicles by integrating new hardware, software, and surrogate components to ensure breadboard, yellow board and vehicle functionality for validation testing.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Integrate new hardware and software components (EDS/Wiring, Modules, MUX signals, and Translator Boxes) into prototype vehicles to enable full system functionality.Perform end-to-end system bring-up activities including power-up sequencing, signal validation, and functional verification.Electrical & Schematic ExpertiseDevelop, obtain, and markup electrical schematics and wire harness drawings to support integration of hardware onto TPV-Mule vehicles.Interpret complex electrical schematics and harness diagrams to support system integration, issue resolution, and design validation.Analyze complete vehicle wiring architectures, including harness routing, signal paths, power distribution, grounding, and interface points.Technical Analysis & ValidationCollect and review Device Transmittals (DTs) from design engineers to ensure component compatibility and integration readiness.Conduct system-level troubleshooting and root cause analysis for electrical and communication issues during prototype builds.Surrogate & Compatibility ManagementSelect appropriate TPV-Mule surrogate components when production parts are unavailable.Perform gap analysis and compatibility reviews between surrogate/bridging parts and Production Intent (PI) schematics and designs.Network Communication & DiagnosticsUtilize CANalyzer (and/or CANoe) for system-level communication analysis, including CAN bus monitoring, message decoding, signal validation, and ECU interaction.Debug network-level issues across vehicle communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet.Validate ECU communication and ensure proper integration within the overall vehicle network architecture.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.0-2 years (Junior), 2-5 Years (Intermediate), 5+ Years (Senior) of experience in automotive systems integration, electrical distribution systems (EDS), or prototype vehicle validation.Strong Electrical Engineering background with proven ability to read, interpret, and author electrical schematics.Comprehensive understanding of complete vehicle wiring systems, including signal flow, power distribution, and grounding strategies.Hands-on experience with CANalyzer for system-level communication analysis and debugging.Knowledge of automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet.Excellent communication and documentation skills.Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.Available to work overtime on Weekends for first 3 months.