Hardware Engineer - Test System Development

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 84-year history. Today, we're looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location:

Canton, MI, USA  What we are looking for:

Yazaki is looking for a Hardware Engineer – Test System Development to join our Testing team in Canton, MI who takes initiative, learns quickly, solves problems independently, and contributes to a team culture centered on service, ownership, and continuous improvement.

This position is responsible for supporting the design, development, integration, and validation of automotive electronic hardware and automated test systems. The Hardware Engineer / Test System Development Engineer will apply knowledge of PCB design, automotive electronics, embedded systems, and software development using C/C++ and Python to develop and support test solutions for automotive products.

The role involves developing integrated hardware and software solutions to validate automotive products, including instrument clusters, body control modules, driver information displays, and intelligent power modules. The engineer will collaborate with product design, validation, and program management teams to develop test systems, automate testing, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure test solutions meet applicable customer and industry requirements. The position requires a hands-on engineer with strong technical and analytical skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

What you will be doing:

Support the design, development, integration, and validation of automotive electronic hardware, PCB-based systems, and automated test systems. Gather, analyze, and review requirements for automotive test systems and develop solutions that meet customer and industry requirements. Design, develop, test, and integrate test system hardware and software. Perform hardware testing, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and system validation. Review schematics, PCB layouts, and hardware documentation.

Analyze CAN communication and troubleshoot network-related issues using industry-standard tools. Develop software tools and scripts to support test automation, debugging, data collection, and analysis. Verify and validate completed test systems and provide ongoing support and maintenance. Document test system designs, hardware configurations, and development activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support successful product development, validation, and testing. Contribute to modular and reusable test system designs to maximize equipment utilization and reduce costs.

Work effectively in a team environment while following established processes and best practices.

What you will bring to the table:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
6 years of experience in the automotive industry, preferably in test system development, test automation, or embedded systems.
3 – 5 years of experience in hardware design and development, preferably within the automotive industry.  Open to entry level (0 - 2 years of experience) for the right candidate

Experience with PCB schematic design, layout review, and hardware debugging

Familiarity with electronic components, microcontrollers, power supplies, and communication interfaces.

Experience with laboratory test equipment such as Digital Multimeters (DMMs), Data Acquisition (DAQ) systems,…