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JTEKT North America Corporation · 14 hours ago

Principal Electrical Engineer (Software)

Plymouth, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

JTEKT North America is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer (Software) to serve as a technical leader in software engineering for electromechanical products. The role involves leading software development for advanced, safety-critical products, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance with development processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

AutomotiveManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical authority in embedded software development, providing guidance and mentorship to engineering teams

Lead software development activities for advanced and safety critical electromechanical products, ensuring robust implementation, integration, and validation

Own and drive development processes for both system and software levels, ensuring compliance with ASPICE and alignment with organizational goals

Participate in cross functional development teams within the company to develop and communicate program deliverables, priorities, and timeline targets based on customer derived expectations and internal requirements

Support and guide teams in implementing functional safety and cybersecurity requirements

Evaluate and select tools, platforms, and methodologies to improve development efficiency and quality

Act as a technical mentor and reviewer for system and software engineers

Interface with OEMs and Tier 2 partners to align on technical requirements and deliverables

Create CAN interfaces in embedded environment as well as test tools (CANape, CANalyzer…) for tuning, debugging or customer demonstration

Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to define software requirements and architecture

Work daily overtime and Saturdays and/or Sundays when directed by immediate supervisor or, as necessary, to complete essential job duties

Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers. Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect

Qualification

Embedded software developmentEmbedded CAUTOSAR architectureASPICE processesISO 26262 safety standardsAutomotive communication protocolsSoftware development processesAnalytical skillsTechnical communicationProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent is required

At least 10 years of related automotive experience with chassis electronic components required

Proven ability to lead complex software development projects and influence cross-functional teams

Deep understanding of embedded software development and testing, strong proficiency in embedded C

Expertise in AUTOSAR (Classic and/or Adaptive) architecture, configuration, and integration

Strong familiarity with ASPICE-compliant software development processes

Working knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety and ISO/SAE 21434 cybersecurity standards

Working knowledge, understanding with design, evaluation and integration of vehicle control systems and/or vehicle sub systems, diagnostics, control modules/software, and electrical systems

Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing software development processes and guidelines

Must have a good understanding of embedded electronics, automotive communication protocols (CAN, CAN FD, automotive ethernet…)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to diagnose root causes and develop contingency plans

Self-starter with good verbal and written technical communication skills both written & oral

Understanding of structured development process (i.e. V-Cycle) is required

Preferred

Masters preferred

Experience with FMEA, FTA and structured problem-solving techniques (8D, 5Y…) preferred

Experience with model-based design and tool chains

Familiar with CAN tools (i.e. Vector CANape, CANoe…) preferred

Safety Critical Electric System (Steering, Brakes, powertrain…) development experience preferred

Company

JTEKT North America Corporation

JTEKT North America is a global leader in advanced automotive technologies, providing innovative solutions to drive the future of mobility.

Founded in 2006

Osaka, Osaka, JPN

5001-10000 employees

https://www.jtekt.co.jp/e/

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