Automotive Test & Validation Engineer – Vehicle Testing & OTA

We are looking for an Automotive Test & Validation Engineer to join an international engineering project for a leading global automotive manufacturer.

The role focuses on vehicle testing, test-bench support, software validation, and Over-the-Air (OTA) activities, contributing to the successful integration and validation of automotive electronic systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for test-bench activities and vehicle testing operations.

• Perform vehicle testing activities, including IBN (commissioning) and PGN-related processes.

• Support Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates and validation activities.

• Participate in on-site ECU flashing campaigns and software integration activities.

• Analyze test results, identify technical issues, and support troubleshooting processes.

• Collaborate with international engineering teams to ensure effective testing and validation.

• Prepare technical documentation, test reports, and validation results.

• Participate in monthly on-site assignments in Győr (Hungary) or Ingolstadt (Germany), depending on project requirements.

Working Conditions:

• Salary: 8,500–10,000 RON net/month.

• Working model: Predominantly remote, with monthly business trips to Győr or Ingolstadt.

• Project: International automotive engineering environment, supporting a leading global automotive manufacturer.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering, Electronics, Automation, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

• Previous hands-on experience in automotive testing, vehicle validation, software integration, or similar engineering activities.

• Good understanding of automotive electronic systems, ECUs, and vehicle communication networks.

• Familiarity with test-bench operations, testing procedures, and validation processes.

• Knowledge of automotive diagnostics, troubleshooting, and software flashing activities.

• Understanding of Over-the-Air (OTA) software update processes.

• Ability to analyze technical issues, interpret test results, and prepare technical documentation.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach.

• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

• Availability for monthly business trips to Győr (Hungary) or Ingolstadt (Germany).

• Ability to work independently and collaborate with international engineering teams.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, or Ethernet.

• Familiarity with diagnostic and testing tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, ODIS, or similar.

• Previous experience with ECU flashing, vehicle commissioning, or OTA validation.

• Knowledge of automotive software integration and validation processes.

• German language skills.

• Experience working on international automotive projects.