Location: Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States
Job Schedule: Full-Time & Hybrid: This is a hybrid role with flexibility. A minimum of three days per week in the office is expected for this position.

Degree Level: Bachelor's or Master's Degree
Sponsorship: Not at this time

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At Nissan, we’re not just building cars, we’re revolutionizing mobility. We’re a global leader with a heritage of innovation, and we’re searching for talented individuals like you to join us on this exciting journey. We believe that every individual possesses a unique set of skills and passions that can be harnessed to drive innovation and shape the future of the automotive industry. Our diverse range of program areas and career paths offer exciting opportunities for adventurers like you to embark on a thrilling professional journey.

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We are seeking an entry-level Electrical Test Engineer to join our Farmington Hills, MI team.

The Electronics Reliability Test department validates automotive electrical and electronic components and systems, including the Body Control Module, Instrument Cluster, Intelligent Key System, Airbag Control Unit, CAN, and Power Distribution Module. The department engages in vehicle development's digital and physical phases to ensure a high-quality and timely vehicle launch.

A Day in the Life:

Perform body electronics test and validation activities at the vehicle, system, and component levels.

Plan, execute, and report validation activities to meet program milestones.

Analyze test result accuracy and make judgments based on Nissan standards and requirements.

Identify issues on tested components and collaborate with responsible engineers/groups to create countermeasures and resolve issues before the due date.

Coordinate testing with Electrical Test Technicians and other groups.

Who We’re Looking For:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Understanding of automotive electrical architectures and communication protocols.

Superior project planning skills and attention to detail.

Solid knowledge of electronics principles and ability to read electrical schematics and circuit diagrams.

Familiarity with various test lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, dataloggers, spectrum analyzers, multi-meters, Vector CAN tools, and other PC-based diagnostic tools.

Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems/components or willingness to learn.

Familiarity with standard analysis tools (FMEA, FTA, etc.) and electronic circuit analysis.

Superior written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a cross-functional and cross-cultural environment

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:

0 to 2 years of directly related professional-level engineering experience.

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Master's in Electrical Engineering.

Physical Requirements:

Travel:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Up to 15% of domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Candidate must be able to travel to Japan 1 time per year and to regional sites (AZ, TN, MS, Mexico) on occasion.

Overtime:

Willingness to work overtime as necessary to complete the job.

What You’ll Look Forward to as an entry-level Electrical Test Engineer at Nissan:

Career Growth: Gain access to immense career path options to grow at Nissan with international & domestic career growth opportunities + cross-departmental career opportunities available on a regular basis.

Autonomy and Impact: You’ll have real autonomy to drive changes in the business and the opportunity to develop and expand your skills. From day one, you’ll have the responsibility to tackle problems and use your unique problem-solving approach with support from your team to solve challenges across our organization. 

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). https://publications.livewellatnissan.com/wp-content/uploads/Nissan-2024-RecruitmentOverview.pdf

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The Nissan Way sets our company's way of doing things, with the values underpinning how we can work together to achieve success. Explore more here: https://www.nissan-global.com/EN/COMPANY/LIFE_AT_NISSAN/

Fuel your career with innovation and purpose by joining Nissan, a company dedicated to enriching other’s lives.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.  When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.  Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.  We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.