CAN Automation Engineer

We are seeking a skilled CAN Automation Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and upgrading internal software tools used in automotive networking projects. This role requires a deep understanding of CAN networks, automotive communication standards, and the ability to automate and enhance existing workflows.

• Develop, maintain, and upgrade internal software tools for automotive networking projects.
• Write and modify code using VBA, C#, and Python.
• Understand existing tools, improve, or replace them as needed.
• Automate manual or outdated processes while preserving existing workflows where appropriate.
• Create and maintain tools that support CAN tables, Gateway tables, and automotive network data processing.
• Deliver desktop-based internal applications, primarily using C# and WPF.
• Produce clear documentation for source code and tool usage.
• Ensure all developed source code is owned internally.
• Use Git for version control and source management.

• Strong understanding of CAN networks and automotive CAN.
• Familiarity with Ethernet communication on the vehicle bus.
• Experience supporting mixed environments with older hardware and newer architectures.
• Understanding of AUTOSAR ARXML and familiarity with ARXML concepts such as signals, clusters, and PDUs.
• Experience in developing internal tools, rather than customer-facing products.

• 1–5 years of experience (3–5 years preferred) in automotive networking and internal application development.
• Experience with C#, WPF desktop applications, and GUI-based tools or advanced Excel macros.
• Comfortable working independently and does not need to work closely with other coders.
• Curious and willing to dig into existing tools to understand how they work.
• Knowledge of CAN, Ethernet, and automotive communication standards.

This position is onsite in a manufacturing environment. The role involves working independently, and a strong ability to navigate legacy processes and tools is essential. The dress code is professional, and the work involves using technologies such as C#, VBA, and WPF.

This is a Contract position based out of East Liberty, OH.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in East Liberty,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $40 - $45