About the Role
The ECU MFG HW/SW Engineer provides dedicated ownership of software release management across engineering builds, manufacturing, sustaining, and operations teams for in-house Low Voltage ECUs. As program volume, ECU content, software complexity, production deployment, and sustaining activities continue to increase, a centralized resource is required to manage release timing, content readiness, validation status, traceability, field/manufacturing issue follow-up, and resolution across concurrent programs. This role supports both new program launches and sustaining operations by maintaining released software packages, coordinating updates for production and service needs, ensuring software and flashing information remain accurate, and driving closure of issues that impact internal sites, contract manufacturers, and ongoing production. This role will improve execution discipline by ensuring software releases and sustaining updates are planned, tracked, validated, documented, and communicated through each phase from engineering development to production rollout and post-launch support.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support sustaining activities by coordinating troubleshooting for hardware-related issues impacting ECU flashing, manufacturing test execution, software deployment, or production continuity
- Act as the technical point of contact between the in-house Low Voltage ECU team and manufacturing teams to align on sustaining issues, escalation paths, technical containment, and production support needs
- Serve as the central resource to establish and track software releases, timing, and content rollout based on program plans within cross-functional teams
- Act as user champion when coordinating software releases with business stakeholders
- Manage in-house ECU software release process with Test Team (Manufacturing), Operations, and Contract Manufacturers
- Collaborate with TPMs, software engineers, and test engineers to implement and maintain release management systems, solutions, and processes.
- Support other teams by providing requested information (e.g., software files location, flashing tools, traceability information, etc.) for all engineering builds and production
- Communicate regularly with management on activities and status for all programs assigned
- Review, track, and sign off on all software QUALs/PCRs/ECR/ECOs for internal and external ECUs
- Manage multiple concurrent releases/builds and deployments from development to production rollout
- Manage the pre-release software testing in the manufacturing test lab, contract manufacturers, and internal sites
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and lead the team to achieve goals
- Track all open software issues that affect these teams and manage them to resolution
- Support engineering teams at HQ during the final verification of software intended for production release.
Skills
- Hardware Program Management or HW/SW Technical Program Manager role in an Engineering context
- Skilled in working with multiple organizations across different cultures and regions
- Proficiency in problem resolution tools
- Ability to work in a small, motivated group within a larger organization
- Knowledge and implementation of configuration management processes
- Experience managing Engineering Change Requests, issues, and configuration management
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in electronics directed to end customers
- At least 5 years of experience in technical roles
- Experience in the software release process, software testing, Jira, waterfall development, SCRUM, and build processes
- Experience in high-volume consumer or enterprise environments; automotive ECU experience is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with ERP, Bug tracking, and ECO/BOM systems (e.g., NetSuite, Jira, Arena, MKS, Smart Bear)
- Excellent communication skills (writing and oral)
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of UDS standard (User level)
- Knowledge of CAN and DoIP protocols (User level)
- Experience in the automotive industry
Compensation & Benefits
This position offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours of paid time off, while salaried/exempt employees accrue up to 160 hours. Eligible employees may also participate in an equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results.
Equal Opportunity
We believe diversity strengthens everything we build and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
Accessibility
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us for assistance.
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Note to Recruitment Agencies
We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
