Vehicle System Triage Analyst Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Palo Alto, CA that is seeking a Vehicle System Triage Analyst Engineer.

Core Responsibilities:
* Serves as the primary triage engineer for complex EV system issues on CE1
* Performs rapid diagnostics, root-cause analysis, data gathering, and cross-functional coordination to ensure safe, reliable vehicle performance
* Builds and maintains triage knowledge bases to scale across EV platforms
* Act as first-line triage for EV issues across E/E architecture, HV propulsion, software/firmware, thermal, safety, and related domains
* Verify reproducibility, assess field/lab data for safety impact, and bound issue scope
* Collect and analyze logs (CAN, Ethernet, serial), DTCs, BMS history, thermal trends, charging data, OTA history, and variant details
* Define controlled reproduction steps and document assumptions/limitations
* Recommend non-invasive checks; Specify required traces, bench tests, and diagnostics by likelihood/risk
* Use structured RCA methods (fault trees, 5 Whys, 8D) to identify root causes and latent failure modes
* Coordinate with hardware, software, propulsion, thermal, safety, and cybersecurity teams; Drive effective handoffs and decision records
* Produce triage briefs, RCA summaries, and knowledge-base entries; maintain symptom-pattern libraries
* Apply risk scoring (likelihood/impact) to guide escalation and management visibility
* Recommend short-term mitigations and long-term corrective actions (SW patches, OTA updates, design changes)
* Archive evidence and create clear downstream action plans

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's in EE, Automotive Engineering, CS, or related; 3+ years EV/system diagnostics experience
* Strong understanding of E/E architecture, HV propulsion systems, BMS, inverters, motors, and functional safety basics
* Proficiency in CAN/LIN/Ethernet, diagnostic tools, and log analysis
* Structured RCA experience (fault trees, 5?Whys, Ishikawa)
* Experience with OTA processes, software versioning, and fault/change management
* Foundational ISO?26262/ASIL knowledge and basic automotive cybersecurity
* Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
* Ability to operate with speed and rigor in a fast-paced program environment

Preferred Skills:
* Advanced diagnostic tools; HIL, bench/rig testing, simulators
* Python/MATLAB for data processing; data visualization (Excel, Tableau, Power BI)
* Experience with RCA templates, pattern libraries, and triage playbooks
* Familiarity with charging standards (NACCS/CCS), V2X, battery chemistries
* Functional safety or cybersecurity training/certifications
* Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics
* Thrives in cross-functional, high-performance environments

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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