Sr. Embedded Software Validation Engineer

Join Orange EV , a fast-growing manufacturer of electric vehicles that are better for the earth, people, and the bottom line. Make a difference for the world as part of a company leading the electric vehicle revolution.

The Senior Embedded Software Validation Engineer is responsible for the validation, verification, and testing of embedded vehicle control software for new and existing Orange EV products. This role focuses on ensuring software quality, reliability, and functional correctness across vehicle systems through structured validation strategies, simulation, and hands‑on testing. The engineer will work closely with software development, systems, hardware, manufacturing, and supplier teams to validate vehicle functionality ranging from charging and operation to communication interfaces and remote drive capabilities.

This is a fulltime, on‑site role at the Orange EV facility in Kansas.

• Perform functional, integration, and regression testing of embedded control software across vehicle controllers and displays.
• Develop, execute, and maintain test cases, test procedures, and validation documentation.
• Identify gaps in existing test coverage and implement improvements to enhance overall software quality.

• Develop and implement simulation‑based testing for embedded systems consisting of multiple interacting controllers.
• Support validation activities using vehicle communication interfaces such as CAN and Ethernet.

• Troubleshoot software issues in new and existing products to determine root cause with minimal supervision.
• Provide on‑site support for production software issues as required.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve defects efficiently and prevent recurrence.

• Work closely with software, hardware, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration across vehicle subsystems, including propulsion, hydraulic, pneumatic, and cab systems.
• Interface with suppliers to support firmware updates and improvements.
• Collaborate with sales and product teams to understand customer requirements and validation needs.

• Communicate validation progress and issues using internal project management and tracking tools.
• Ensure validation activities meet defined performance, quality, cost, and timing requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of validation processes and methodologies.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronic or Computer Engineering from an accredited university or other Engineering degree with relevant industry experience
• At least 5-7 years’ experience working with embedded systems
• Familiar with vehicle communication interfaces and tools like CAN, Ethernet etc.
• Experience with HIL testing environment is highly recommended.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and with a team
• Proficiency with Python and C programming languages

• Previous product development experience of Heavy Equipment
• Experience with development for functional safety standards – ISO 26262.

Orange EV is an Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment.

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