Automotive Systems Feature Engineer

Cognizant
Dearborn, MI
Title: Automotive Systems Feature Engineer Role: Follow and deliver Feature Assurance Engineering (FAE) deliverables Vehicle architecture experience in one of these areas: Battery Management & Charging Climate Control / HVAC Instrument Cluster / Infotainment System Powertrain and Driveline Connected Vehicle Digital Keys Enclosure Seat Controls and Passive Restraints Level of Changes alignment and Signoff with Feature System Engineer (FSE) counterpart. Lead milestone feature signoff process in partnership with counterpart FSE. Develop feature validation plan including functional, performance, Functional Safety V&V, Cybersecurity and regulatory requirements as applicable. Including the selection of test cases, testing environment (i.e. Breadboard, HiL, vehicle), confirming testing facility/resources (i.e. tester, HiL, vehicle, etc.) and timing in alignment with program milestones expectation (i.e. 1st full pass prior to PEC, etc.) Determine Software and Hardware pedigree required to complete validation. Provide tester teams with test cases, software and hardware pedigrees and any additional information needed to complete validation. Coordinate Feature Validation Plan execution and support Lead triaging and issues resolution during the entire feature development cycle. Assess test results to ensure compliance with test/requirements passing criteria. Identify, assess (P-rating and Criticality Prioritization Number), document (i.e. JIRA defect ticket) and develop/lead resolution plan for test results defects in alignment with New Model Launch timing guidelines. Lead the feature validation report creation, ensuring that it meets the highest standard of signoff criteria. Review test results and report with corresponding FAE supervisor to complete signoffs. Review and complete feature VSCS (Vehicle Specific Configuration Specification) signoffs as applicable by milestone. Develop and lead DRP (Deliverable Recovery Plan) approval as needed (i.e. P0/P1 defects at FEC milestone) for non-conformance signoffs. Lead Voice of the Customer / AIM feature issues resolution in alignment with New Model Launch timing guidelines. Create, access and maintain JIRA tickets throughout the entire feature lifecycle (development and production) assigned to Feature Assurance Engineering. Identify opportunities to enhance the robustness of feature signoff validation testing and process. Assist FSEs to develop, maintain, and improve test cases. Lead the triaging and resolution of feature quality issues in the field. Develop negative test cases and Feature Assurance Test Procedures including stress testing to address multi-interface conflicts, edge case, and unexpected I/O conditions. Maintain a real-time, comprehensive open issue list within Jira, ensuring accurate categorization, detailed descriptions, and clear assignment. Regularly review, track, and provide detailed progress reports on all open issues to relevant stakeholders (e.g., weekly status meetings, bi-weekly program reviews). All test results and supporting engineering artifacts (e.g., CAN logs, Bus Queries, diagnostic traces, video recordings) must be consistently uploaded and linked within Jira for full traceability and analysis Proactively communicating task progress and status to designated leaders through specified channels (e.g., JIRA), creating and maintaining Jira Dashboards as applicable, clearly, concisely, and effectively communicating complex technical systems, identified issues, and proposed resolutions to diverse audiences, including engineering teams, program management, and leadership. This includes preparing and delivering technical presentations, written reports, and contributing to decision-making processes. Requires BS in Engineering Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Posted 2025-11-14

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