Engineer, Propulsion System Diagnostic Software Validation
Company websiteslate.auto (Slate, opens in new tab)
Base salary From $130K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Troy, MI
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- LocationTroy, MI
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job
ABOUT SLATE
At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
Employer: Re:Car, Inc. (d/b/a Slate)
Position:
Engineer, Propulsion System Diagnostic Software Validation (Job Code: 175993)
Duties:
Responsible for developing diagnostic software validation test cases for the system, subsystem, and component level for each propulsion system module (ECU) across the vehicle architecture; work closely with Software, Electrical, and Propulsion teams on the integration of multiple control units on the test properties; collaborate with Software, Electrical, and Propulsion teams to develop DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, and test properties validation plans; write detailed test specifications and test scripts based on system and component requirements; generate a testing plan that achieves targets at various milestones; develop automation of DTC test cases and UDS services; utilize LIN, CANoe, CANalyzer, ALM, Git, Jira, Linux, C, C++, and Python to perform duties; analyze and visualize large data sets from various data sources to understand the use cases and validation criteria; responsible for technical communication of analysis results and tradeoffs; perform root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and escalation of risks to keep software development process on track; identify opportunities for automation; develop and implement processes to improve efficiency; and participate in Agile Software development processes.
Tara
Location: 2716 Daley Dr, Troy, MI 48083;
Salary: $130,000 per year;
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master’s Degree in Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or in a related field of study (will accept equivalent foreign degree);
Experience: One (1) year in the position above, as a Software Engineer – Controls, as a System Engineer, as a Systems Validation Engineer, as a Test Design Engineer, or in a related occupation;
Other Requirements: Experience must include one (1) year’s use of all the following: LIN, CANoe, CANalyzer, ALM, Git, Jira, Linux, C, C++, and Python.
Will also accept any suitable combination of education, training and/or experience.
Employer Contact:
Tara Lewis
Head of Talent Acquisition
Re:Car, Inc. (d/b/a Slate)
2716 Daley Dr
Troy, MI 48083
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WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?
At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy
WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at
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Pay in context
This role's base floor ($130,000) is above 55% of the 45 Software Engineering roles in Michigan listed on this site; 3 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $129,000; the middle half runs from $105,900 to $140,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 5, 2026.
This listingEngineer, Propulsion System Diagnostic Software ValidationFrom $130K
SI&OP Data Scientist$131,773 to $233,781
Packaging Engineer - Accessories and Service Parts$135K to $203K
Principal Systems Engineer$123K to $154K
Frontend SDE II$119,662 to $179,493
Head of Growth Marketing$141K to $233K
Lead Software Engineer$141,807 to $212,710
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Engineer, Propulsion System Diagnostic Software Validation (this listing) | From $130K |
| SI&OP Data Scientist | $131,773 - $233,781 |
| Packaging Engineer - Accessories and Service Parts | $135K - $203K |
| Principal Systems Engineer | $123K - $154K |
| Frontend SDE II | $119,662 - $179,493 |
| Head of Growth Marketing | $141K - $233K |
| Lead Software Engineer | $141,807 - $212,710 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-11-03
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Location as the employer wrote it: Troy, Michigan
Salary: $130,000 per year;
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
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