Automotive Electrical Systems Integration Engineer (Body Electronics)

Aquent is partnering with an iconic, next-generation American vehicle brand building cutting-edge extended-range electric trucks and rugged SUVs. We are seeking a collaborative Electrical Systems Integration Engineer to help bring core vehicle body electronics and software controls from initial concept all the way through physical launch. This role is onsite at our client's HQ in Novi, MI. Only candidates who are willing to be onsite 5 days a week will be considered. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

Pay rate will be dependent on years of experience

If you have a foundation in automotive electrical systems, diagnostics, or ECU interfacing and want to play an active, hands-on role in shaping the systems drivers interact with every day, we would love to connect.

What You'll Do

• 
  

  Support system-level design and integration for vehicle body electronics subsystems (lighting, access/closures, seating, visibility, and interior safety controls).

  
  
• 
  

  Coordinate software interface points across ECUs, smart sensors, and actuators-overseeing network communications, diagnostic parameters, and calibration files.

  
  
• 
  

  Partner closely with component design release engineers (DREs) and external tier-1 suppliers to establish electrical verification/validation test plans (DVP&R).

  
  
• 
  

  Participate in both virtual bench and physical vehicle testing to isolate integration snags and drive resolution before program milestones.

  
  
• 
  

  Ensure EE interfaces align with overall vehicle network architecture, power distribution, and grounding strategies.

  
  
• 
  

  Assist in keeping designs compliant with U.S. vehicle safety standards and target program schedules.

  
  

What You Bring

• 
  

  Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

  
  
• 
  

  Experience: Hands-on background in automotive electrical system design, component integration, or validation testing (open to mid-career through seasoned specialists).

  
  
• 
  

  Core Skills:

  
  
  
  
  • 
    

    Familiarity with automotive body systems (e.g., lighting, door modules, access controls, or cabin electronics).

    
    
  • 
    

    Exposure to vehicle networks, ECU software configurations, or diagnostic protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS).

    
    
  • 
    

    Familiarity with CAD/CAE tools (such as CATIA) or electrical schematic/harness tools is a plus.

    
    
  
  
  
  
• 
  

  Mindset: Practical problem-solver comfortable navigating dynamic, high-growth vehicle programs where team collaboration across disciplines is key.