ADAS Systems And Software Engineer II

Job Title: ADAS Systems and Software Engineer II Job Description The ADAS Systems and Software Engineer II develops and integrates advanced driver assistance software and vehicle systems that enable safe, reliable, and high-quality mobility experiences. In this role, you solve complex technical challenges, collaborate with global teams, and drive vehicle technology from early development through production readiness. You contribute to system and software requirements, validation, and issue resolution across controllers, networks, sensors, and vehicle interfaces to deliver production-ready features that meet demanding performance, reliability, quality, and customer expectations. Responsibilities

- Support cross-functional engineering activities across software, controllers, sensors, system integration, vehicle validation, and system benchmarking to ensure cohesive system performance.
- Analyze complex system behavior across software, controller, network, vehicle, and supplier interfaces to identify root causes and develop effective technical countermeasures.
- Coordinate supplier technical deliverables, including alignment on requirements, tracking technical issues, managing development schedules, monitoring validation status, and confirming production readiness.
- Collaborate with engineering teams in Japan, global suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support development milestones, technical reviews, and informed decision-making.
- Define, review, and validate system and software requirements for controllers, vehicle functions, diagnostics, interfaces, and performance targets.
- Support software simulation, hardware simulation, bench testing, and vehicle testing through detailed test planning, data analysis, defect review, and validation reporting.
- Contribute to vehicle troubleshooting, data collection, validation, and issue resolution to ensure robust system operation in real-world conditions.
- Share technical knowledge and partner with team members to strengthen project execution, product quality, and overall team effectiveness.
- Lead or support technical project workstreams, cross-functional activities, and supplier-led development efforts to keep technical activities aligned with program goals.
- Participate in periodic evening conference calls to coordinate with global teams and maintain alignment on program status and technical issues.
- Travel domestically and internationally, as needed, to support development, validation, supplier coordination, and issue resolution activities.

Essential Skills

- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 2 or more years of professional engineering experience, including at least 2 years in automotive engineering involving advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle systems, embedded software, controls, systems integration, or related areas.
- 2 or more years of experience leading technical projects, engineering workstreams, cross-functional teams, or supplier-led development activities.
- Hands-on experience with controllers, embedded software, system requirements, vehicle networks, diagnostics, software simulation, hardware simulation, bench testing, or vehicle-level validation.
- Experience managing technical deliverables with automotive suppliers, including coordination of requirements, schedules, and validation activities.
- Experience collaborating with Japan-based teams or other global development organizations.
- Experience supporting vehicle troubleshooting, data collection, validation, and technical issue resolution.
- Ability to work on-site in the office 4 days per week with the option to work from home on Fridays, subject to change based on business needs.
- Ability and willingness to join evening conference calls periodically to support collaboration with global teams.
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% and work overtime as needed to support project objectives.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field that deepens technical expertise.
- 5 or more years of automotive engineering experience, including 3 or more years supporting advanced driver assistance systems, automated driving, embedded software, or vehicle systems integration programs.
- Experience with AUTOSAR architectures for embedded software development and integration.
- Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet.
- Experience with automotive diagnostics, including diagnostic strategies, tools, and workflows.
- Familiarity with requirements management tools used to capture, track, and validate system and software requirements.
- Experience with calibration tools and vehicle data analysis tools to evaluate system performance and support troubleshooting.
- Experience with sensor and controller integration in automotive applications.
- Background in project management or coordination of complex engineering projects.

Work Environment You work in an integrated vehicle systems environment focused on advanced driver assistance systems and embedded software for production vehicles. The role is primarily office-based with an expectation of working on-site 4 days per week and the option to work from home on Fridays, subject to change based on work needs. You collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, global engineering groups, and suppliers, including frequent interaction with Japan-based teams that may require periodic evening conference calls. The position involves work with controllers, embedded software, vehicle networks, diagnostics, simulation tools, bench setups, and test vehicles during development and validation activities. Domestic and international travel of up to 20% may be required to support testing, supplier coordination, and program milestones, and occasional overtime may be needed to meet critical project objectives. The environment emphasizes collaboration, knowledge sharing, high product quality, and disciplined engineering practices to bring advanced ADAS features to production.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Ann Arbor, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Ann Arbor, MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ann Arbor,MI. About Actalent

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