System Test Engineer

Akkodis is recruiting for a System Test Engineer for an automotive client in the Troy, MI area. This is an onsite contract position with a pay range of $43 an hour to $48 an hour depending on education, experience and location.The System Test Engineer ensures the elicitation of the requirements/KPI's, the test coverage of the System and System Architecture Requirements and quality of test cases along with the Test Plans. He/she specifies the test cases following the test strategies. He/she ensures that the test environment is set-up correctly. He/she executes the tests. He/she ensures the consistency of the test results with the test specification, the device under test and the relevant System release. He/she reports to the Test Lead or System Validation Technical Project Manager. Responsibilities * Ensures executability of the tests along with the project plan * Develops Test Specification, with traceability from systems test cases to the unique systems requirements to ensure full test coverage of all the system interfaces and stakeholder requirements. * Supports the distribution of the System Test Environment * Support vehicle integration with OEM teams to integrate active safety sensors including ultrasonic sensors, cameras, driver monitoring cameras, Clusters, PEPS systems * Executes bench level and vehicle level testing to cover requirements attributed as such. * Performs smoke test, Regression test, and full validation on Bench level and Vehicle level * Execute test drives to validate end user features * Writes automated scrips in order to run automated test cases on bench level. Usage of AI for Automation is a plus. * Reports issues found via defect management tools (Jira, CorAlm…). * Aligns the System Test Specification with the Function Manager CApproves the execution of the Test Cases * Prepares the Test Reports * Supports the closing of the System test activities * Performs and participates in peer document (e.g. test plan, test specifications) reviews. * In case of deviations, escalates to the System Test Lead and provides adequate information and proposals for decision making * Perform DVP&R or homologation tests according to customer requirements * Trace analysis regular use of CAN and LIN interface tools such, Canoe, Canalyzer * Innovation and development of alternative test solutions to existing strategy Other Specifications * Good knowledge of embedded software and system * Experience in system engineering and testing (requirements analysis/test case writing methodology, traceability concept, test case execution, automation, reporting) * Knowledge of process models (e.g. Automotive SPICE) * Automation scripting * AI usage is a plus Education/Training Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline Professional Experience Desired * Minimum 3-5 year relevant experience in system test/design in multifunctional environment * Knowledge in automotive development and application of active safety features is a plus * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal * Good problem solving and critical thinking skills to understand new challenges and new technologies * Confident, articulate, self-motivated, determined & energetic. Must be able to engage with customers and build strong relationships. * Bench and vehicle test experience * Automation scripting * Valid driver license license is required * Experience in AI usage is an advantage. * Team player. Preferred * CAN communication protocol knowledge (CANoe, CANalyzer) * Capl script knowledge * Knowledge of DAS/ADAS * DFMEA knowledge * Familiarity with ultrasonic / camera based systems will be considered a plus (object sensing technology) * ASPICE, ISO26262 and Cyber Security training are an advantage. * Self-driven and motivated If interested, forward resume to tina.johnsonkelley@ or click APPLY NOW. Pay Details: $43.00 to $48.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: * The California Fair Chance Act * Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance * Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers * San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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Created: 2026-04-02