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Vehicle Systems & Documentation Engineer

Actalent · Portland, OR, USA ·

Pay:
60.000 - 80.000
Job type:
Full Time

We are looking for a Full Vehicle Engineer to support the design, documentation, and integration of complete vehicle systems, including advanced and autonomous vehicle platforms. In this role, you will work cross‑functionally with engineering, design, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams to ensure vehicle designs are accurately documented and fully aligned with physical builds. This position plays a key role in driving first‑time build accuracy, predictable quality, and seamless transition from concept through production.

Responsibilities

Review, validate, and approve Bills of Materials (BOM) for vehicle hardware, including wiring and electrical components

Ensure complete vehicle documentation from early concepts and sketches through prototype and production builds

Review Digital Mockups (DMU) and align frequently with design, build, and manufacturing teams

Serve as the liaison between project management, design engineering, production, and quality teams

Participate in cross‑functional design task forces to ensure concepts are fully documented and ready for implementation

Track and report design completeness and readiness for upcoming vehicle builds and design iterations

Provide consulting and support for design challenges and documentation gaps

Own and manage the issues tracking and burn‑down process, ensuring timely resolution

Create and maintain work instructions, handbooks, and build documentation

Support prototype and pre‑production documentation efforts

Provide production procedures and assist with production support and training

Deliver clear status updates and visibility to leadership to support prioritization and execution

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field

Experience in full vehicle design, vehicle integration, or automotive engineering

Required Skills

Strong knowledge of vehicle systems, BOM structures, and engineering documentation

Experience working with CAD systems and DMU environments

Proven ability to collaborate across multiple teams in a fast‑paced development environment

Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Skills

Experience with autonomous vehicles, ADAS, or advanced vehicle technologies

Background supporting prototype builds, pre‑production, or manufacturing launch activities

Familiarity with production readiness, quality processes, and build validation

Why Join Us

Work on cutting‑edge vehicle and autonomous technologies

Influence the entire vehicle lifecycle, from concept to production

Collaborate with highly skilled engineering and manufacturing teams

Make a direct impact on vehicle quality, build accuracy, and program success

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