Automotive Systems Engineer

Advantage Technical
$46.06-$46.06
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Dearborn
Aug 22, 2026
Advantage Technical is hiring an Automotive Systems Engineer to lead the architecture and development of next-generation vehicle features for a leading global automotive OEM in Dearborn, MI. This is a systems engineering and feature development role, not software testing or validation - ideal for someone who wants to own features from concept through production. Pay: $46.06/hour Position Type: Temporary Location: Dearborn, MI What You'll Do (Job Duties) Translate customer and business needs into system requirements, functional specifications, and logical architectures. Develop system architectures and define feature behavior across software, electrical, mechanical, and vehicle integration teams. Write engineering requirements and build System Boundary Diagrams, DFMEAs, and verification plans. Conduct functional safety and cybersecurity assessments and support software implementation using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies. What You Bring (Requirements) Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronics Engineering, or related discipline. Minimum 3 years of Automotive Systems Engineering experience and 3 years supporting complex embedded systems. Experience writing engineering requirements and functional specifications, creating DFMEAs and System Boundary Diagrams, and strong understanding of the Systems Engineering V-Model. Experience developing vehicle features from concept through production and strong understanding of vehicle electrical systems, including networking, wiring, power distribution, body systems, and CAN communication. Preferred Experience Master's degree in an related engineering field. 5+ years of Automotive Systems Engineering experience. Experience leading feature development through the full product lifecycle, developing logical architectures with MBSE tools, performing Functional Safety and Cybersecurity assessments, and leading cross-functional teams through technical trade-off discussions. Benefits: Competitive weekly pay, Weekly direct deposit, Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance enrollment options Optional 401(k) Advantage Technical partners with leading automotive OEMs to place top engineering talent on high-impact vehicle programs. Apply now to bring your systems engineering expertise to a role shaping the vehicles of tomorrow. About Us Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies. Advantage Technical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Advantage Technical offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.