Search Jobs

Find your next opportunity here.

Vehicle Systems Engineer (1-3 years experience)

Sterling Heights, MI 48310

Posted: 02/28/2026 Employment Type: Contract Industry: Engineering Job Number: 44218 Pay Rate: 42.00

Job Description

The Vehicle Systems Engineer position focuses on the development and integration of advanced vehicle system architectures on new platform designs.

This effort focuses on decomposing requirements and behaviors and modeling them in a Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) process, supported by an industry-standard toolset (specifically CAMEO). It requires an ability to understand and represent complex system, subsystem, and component interactions and activities to support component hardware and software designs in various ground vehicle platforms.
      
  • This role is on-site in Sterling Heights, Michigan
  • This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance.  (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible). 
  • Not open to C2C or Visa sponsorships.

 Specific tasks:     
  • Developing systems & subsystem level requirements, including decomposition and traceability
  • Ability to accurately capture and review connectivity diagrams at a system/subsystem level in various tools (MBSE and/or electrical design capture)
  • Ability to describe platform behaviors using various SysML diagrams
  • Understanding and development of vehicle & subsystem-level integration and test plans
  • Integration of various components into existing and established vehicle architectures
  • In-lab and/or on-vehicle testing and integration of solutions and verification of system performance
 Requirements:      
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems, Software, or related engineering field. Other technical degrees will be considered with related experience.
  • 1-3 years of engineering experience
  • Broad based knowledge of systems engineering along with other technical engineering disciplines (electrical, mechanical, etc.).
  • Specific experience with one of the following more-specialized areas of architecture is highly desired:
    • Mobility systems (engine and transmission, drive-by-wire, vehicle electronics interfacing, CAN communications, etc.)
    • Vehicle electronics systems (including schematic development, data networking, etc.)
    • Video systems (i.e., camera, processing, display, etc.)
  • Proven and demonstrated experience with MBSE and associated tools, specifically CAMEO
  • This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles is desired. Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space).

Pay $37 - $42 / hour W2 Depending on Experience
#ZR
 

Meet Your Recruiter

John Sabbagh
Recruiting Manager

John Sabbagh has over 10 years of recruiting experience. Starting his career as an Entry Level Recruiter at Panther, our candidates find him genuine and great resource to their career search!

Fun Fact: John is a sports fanatic, he plays in horseshoe and cornhole leagues and loves fantasy football.

Apply Online
Apply with LinkedIn Apply with Facebook Apply with X

Send an email reminder to:

Share This Job:

Related Jobs:

Login to save this search and get notified of similar positions.

About Sterling Heights, MI

Ready to take your career to new heights? Explore job opportunities in and around Sterling Heights, Michigan! Located in Macomb County in the southeastern part of the state, Sterling Heights offers a vibrant community with excellent growth prospects. From the stunning art at the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts to the delectable cuisine at Lakeside Mall, this area has something for everyone. Home to the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park, and the peaceful Dodge Park, Sterling Heights is a blend of culture, sports, and nature. Join us in this welcoming city and discover the perfect job opportunity that aligns with your career goals.