OTA Validation engineer

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group
Dallas, US
On-site

Job Description

JJOB SUMMARY:

  • Responsible for testing and validating connected Features testing In-Bench, Customer Field Vehicles at plants, validating software updates, firmware and ECU reprogramming.
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team for SW release timelines of various controllers and plan OTA testing on vehicles at plants.
  • Develop and execute test plans for wireless software updates.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve OTA update failures.
  • Identify Defects, log defects with logs and monitor/track in defect tracking system.
  • Utilize diagnostic tools (CANoe) to capture and analyze communication logs during OTA testing.
  • Ability to create OTA test packages & In vehicle Remote diagnostic testing
  • Work closely with software and backend teams to verify update integrity and rollback mechanisms.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of test cases, results, and issues for continuous improvement.
  • Responsible for reporting bugs in system, take part in triage calls to support defects and get it resolved.
  • Responsible for updating ECUs with SW's /Firmware via OBD Tools and via OTA
  • Hands-on experience with Automotive Network is a plus
  • Good understanding of Telematics Controller & OTA process is required.
  • Use CAN Bus Communication, monitor CAN Traffic and Understand CAN Node acknowledgements, Diagnostic messages priority.
  • Drive Requirements driven testing (100% Traceability Requirements, Development, Test, Defect)
  • "Require 50-75% travel to plants & dealers in DFW area. Occasional (or 25%) Travel to Plant/Dealerships out of state"

Bachelor’s Degree

  • Solid experience on Telematics & OTA - Requires 2++ years of professional experience.
  • Must have 2++ years of prior professional experience on “In-Vehicle” level testing.
  • Great communication and collaboration skills with ableness to explain prior projects.
  • Must have experience with test cases creation, planning & execution.
  • Have knowledge on defect/bug creation and able to explain with proper examples.
  • Solid knowledge on flashing ECUs.
  • Must have knowledge on CANoe/Canalyzer tools.
  • Must have knowledge on analyzing CAN/CANFD/UDS/J1939.
  • Must have a clean driving record
  • Must endure being outdoors often in extremely warm/hot weather climate.
  • Onsite full-time (no hybrid nor remote).
  • Will require 50-75% travel to local plants & dealers in the Dallas area. Occasional (or 25%) travel to Plant/Dealerships (out of state)
  • Able to handle OBD, diagnostic tools
  • CANoe expertise
  • Making defect calls to the team, explaining what they are troubleshooting
  • Project duration is 2++ years
  • The Test Engineer will perform functionality on vehicles. Vehicle testing, validation exp. OTA functionality. Bench level, CANalyzer, hands on.
  • Global OTA and other connected services features.
  • We are seeking a skilled OTA testing engineer to lead and execute vehicle connectivity and software update validation via OTA for Customer Field Vehicles.
  • The ideal candidate will have expertise in vehicle telematics, communication protocols, and diagnostic tools to ensure seamless software updates in vehicles.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM or Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
  • 2++ years of professional experience in OTA testing, vehicle telematics, or automotive software validation.
  • Strong knowledge of OTA architecture, vehicle networks (CAN, Ethernet), and automotive protocols (UDS, J1939, etc)
  • Hands-on experience with diagnostic tools (Vector CANoe) or Vehicle Spy
  • Experience working with heavy-duty vehicle electronic systems is a plus.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

TelematicsOtaCanoeCanalyzerCan/canfd/uds/j1939Obd toolsCommunicationCollaborationAutomotive

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Level

mid

Posted

4/13/2026

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