Engineering Jobs in Bloomfield Hills

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

About Applus Laboratories

Applus is a leading global provider of testing, inspection, and certification services. We work across a wide range of industries to ensure the safety, quality, and performance of our clients' products and operations.

Job Summary

Applus is seeking a senior, highly proactive Regional Procurement Manager to establish and lead the North American procurement function across multiple business units and laboratories. This is a build-from-the-ground-up role for an experienced procurement professional who thrives in entrepreneurial environments and is comfortable operating without a mature procurement organization in place.

Reporting into senior leadership, this individual will be responsible for defining procurement strategy, identifying value creation opportunities, and executing sourcing initiatives across CAPEX, equipment, consumables, fleet, and services for the North American region. The successful candidate will act as a true business partner—actively engaging with lab leaders, assessing current procurement maturity, improving contracts, and driving synergies across entities.

This role requires a hunter mindset, strong analytical capability, and the confidence to influence stakeholders across diverse businesses.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the North American procurement function across both multiple Applus Laboratory and TIC (Testing, Inspection, Certification) businesses
• Define and execute regional procurement strategies aligned with business needs, budgets, and corporate objectives
• Actively identify cost optimization, value creation, and efficiency opportunities through spend analysis and supplier strategy
• Manage sourcing and contracting for all procurement needs
• Review existing supplier contracts and commercial terms, renegotiating and improving agreements where appropriate
• Partner closely with business leaders and lab operations to understand how each entity operates and how procurement can add value
• Identify and implement synergies across North American entities, including shared suppliers, contracts, and sourcing approaches
• Ensure appropriate supplier quality, compliance, and performance standards are maintained
• Utilize and manage e-procurement platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Jaggaer, Coupa, or similar) to support sourcing, contracting, and reporting
• Develop procurement reporting, performance tracking, and KPI dashboards for the region
• Coordinate with global procurement to leverage existing global agreements where applicable, while owning regional execution
• Support and guide the existing buyer, with potential to scale the team over time as the function matures and delivers value
• Represent procurement in regional business initiatives and continuous improvement projects

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Significant experience in procurement, sourcing, or strategic purchasing at a regional or multi-business level
• Background in services-based, laboratory, consulting, or similarly complex environments strongly preferred
• Experience building or transforming procurement functions in less structured or entrepreneurial environments
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define strategy and execute independently
• Demonstrated ability to proactively engage stakeholders and drive change
• Experience working with e-procurement platforms (SAP Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer, or similar)
• Comfortable operating as a senior individual contributor; Director-level candidates may be considered
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and business judgment
• Self-starter with a hands-on, action-oriented mindset

Job Title: AUTOSAR Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced AUTOSAR Embedded Software Engineer to join our Base Software (BSWE) team. This role focuses on development and configuration of AUTOSAR Basic Software layers, integration of middleware stacks, and implementation of functional safety concepts within safety-critical Electronic Control Units (ECUs).

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Classic AUTOSAR architecture, embedded C/C++ development, and low-level driver development for microcontrollers. This is a key technical role supporting next-generation automotive compute platforms and automated driving technologies.

Key Responsibilities

AUTOSAR Development & Configuration

• Develop and configure Classic AUTOSAR Basic Software modules (OS, COM, MEM, DIAG, etc.)
• Configure MCAL and integrate middleware stacks
• Work with RTE generation and BSW configuration tools
• Ensure compliance with AUTOSAR standards and specifications

Embedded Software Development

• Develop low-level drivers for MCU peripherals
• Implement multi-core architecture solutions
• Design and develop embedded software architectures
• Guide realization through the full development lifecycle (requirements to integration)

Functional Safety & Cybersecurity

• Integrate functional safety concepts (ISO 26262 exposure preferred)
• Support safety-critical software development processes
• Contribute to secure software design practices

Debugging & Integration

• Perform software integration and validation on target hardware
• Use compilers, emulators, debuggers, and other development tools
• Analyze and resolve complex software and system-level issues

Collaboration

• Actively contribute within cross-functional teams
• Communicate effectively with systems, hardware, and validation teams
• Participate in technical reviews and design discussions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of embedded software development experience using C and/or C++
• Strong knowledge of Classic AUTOSAR architecture and concepts
• Hands-on experience with AUTOSAR stack modules (OS, COM, MEM, DIAG, etc.)
• Experience configuring AUTOSAR Basic Software
• Experience developing low-level MCU drivers
• Strong understanding of microcontrollers and multi-core architectures
• Knowledge of functional safety and cybersecurity concepts
• Experience with compilers, debuggers, and embedded development tools
• Strong analytical and debugging skills
• Excellent communication skills and team collaboration
• Passion for problem-solving and eagerness to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of embedded software development experience (Expert Level)
• Experience working on safety-critical automotive ECUs
• Exposure to automated driving compute platforms

Position: Sr. Staff Base Software Engineer – OS & Middleware (Telematics ECU)

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Sr. Staff Base Software Engineer – OS & Middleware to lead the architecture, design, integration, and optimization of embedded Linux operating systems and middleware platforms for next-generation Telematics Control Units (TCU).

This role will drive secure, scalable, and high-performance base software solutions supporting 4G/5G connectivity, GNSS, eCall, OTA updates (FOTA/SOTA), V2X, remote diagnostics, and cloud-connected vehicle services. The ideal candidate will provide strong technical leadership and ensure cybersecurity, functional safety, and ASPICE compliance across telematics platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and integration of embedded Linux OS and middleware for TCU platforms
• Define and implement secure boot, root-of-trust, secure key management, and OTA update mechanisms
• Architect and integrate 4G/5G modem, GNSS, and secure cloud communication stacks
• Integrate and optimize V2X communication stacks (C-V2X/DSRC)
• Drive BSP integration, kernel configuration, driver enablement, and SoC bring-up
• Design IPC frameworks, service orchestration, and system resource management
• Optimize system performance (boot time, CPU scheduling, memory footprint, storage I/O, network throughput)
• Establish performance profiling and instrumentation frameworks
• Ensure cybersecurity compliance with ISO/SAE standards and OEM specifications
• Enable vehicle network integration (CAN, Ethernet, LIN, UDS, DoIP)
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and secure software lifecycle practices
• Provide technical leadership, architecture reviews, and production sustainment support

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of embedded software development experience
• Strong programming skills in C/C++
• Direct experience with Linux-based Telematics Control Units
• BSP development, kernel configuration, and SoC bring-up expertise
• Experience with 4G/5G modem platforms (Qualcomm or equivalent)
• Deep knowledge of Linux kernel, drivers, middleware, and networking stack
• Experience with TCP/IP, TLS, MQTT, HTTP/HTTPS
• Secure boot, root-of-trust, and OTA implementation experience
• Strong debugging skills (GDB, crash analysis, kernel logs, trace tools, packet analyzers)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant engineering field
• Knowledge of V2X stack integration, eCall, ERA-GLONASS compliance
• Experience with HSM, TPM, ARM TrustZone
• Containerization/virtualization in embedded Linux (Docker/OCI)
• Boot-time and power optimization experience
• Cloud integration experience (AWS IoT, Azure IoT, automotive backend services)
• Experience with ASIL-B/D systems
• Field issue triage and production sustainment support