What are the responsibilities and job description for the V.I.E. Software Update Engineer (M/W) position at ALTEN?
Leader in Engineering and IT Services, ALTEN brings together nearly 60,000 employees, 88% of whom are engineers. Present in over 30 countries, the Group supports its clients’ development strategies in engineering, innovation, R&D, and technological information systems.
Why choose ALTEN?
- The opportunity to contribute to the greatest technological challenges.
- Close support within a collaborative work environment.
- A true career accelerator in France and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and perform vehicle software updates including OTA and service-level software deployments.
- Analyze vehicle electrical, networking, and software-related concerns.
- Review CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and vehicle communication logs.
- Coordinate software implementation activities across multiple regions and organizations.
- Creating reports on SW-updates and fleet coverage
- Provide weekly operational status reports and executive summaries.
- Support launch activities and vehicle readiness reviews.
- Drive issue resolution to closure and verify effectiveness of corrective actions
Onsite position: Troy, MI – USA (ALTEN Office)
- Eligible for a V.I.E. contract
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Knowledge of System Requirements Engineering and tools such as DOORS
- Familiarity with CAN, LIN, and Ethernet communication protocols
- Strong communication skills and confidence in daily customer interactions
- Professional attitude with excellent interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated, autonomous, and solution-oriented
- Strong English proficiency, both written and spoken (minimum B2 level)
- Initial industry experience gained through internships or working student positions
Plus:
- OEM experience, ASIL
- ASPICE
ALTEN’s Commitments
Our sustainability and social responsibility approach is built on three fundamental pillars:
Our People
- A diverse workforce with over 100 nationalities
- An inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute
- Support for skill development and professional growth
The Environment
- Reducing our ecological footprint and promoting sustainable growth
- Goal: Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, guiding our operations and strategic initiatives
Sustainable Innovation
- 31% of our internal R&D dedicated to responsible innovation
- Transforming environmental challenges into value-creating solutions that drive progress