Program Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

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.

| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• SLATE is looking for a motivated, energetic, and organized engineer to join our growing team as part of the Slate Rotational Program - Engineering (SRP-E). This program is designed to attract, hire, and cultivate the next generation of automotive innovators for Slate Automotive, a battery electric vehicle (BEV) manufacturer. Inspired by industry-leading manufacturers, the program combines rigorous engineering job experiences, mentorship, and skill development to prepare early-career engineers for impactful careers in the rapidly evolving world of electric mobility.
• Participants are hired into an engineering role and perform professional engineering duties throughout the rotational program. The engineer will rotate every 3-6 months across key electrical and software-focused domains, including vehicle communications, diagnostics, embedded systems, and electrical architecture. These rotations are designed to challenge both technical depth and systems-level thinking over an 18-24-month period. A Sr. Engineering Leader will be assigned as a mentor to support the engineer throughout the program.

| WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Perform engineering analysis, design evaluation, and technical problem-solving with a focus on electrical systems, embedded software, and vehicle communication networks (CAN/LIN/Ethernet).
• Apply engineering judgment to evaluate technical challenges related to ECU communication, diagnostics implementation (UDS), and software feature execution, recommending robust and scalable solutions.
• Lead and support hands-on engineering assignments involving vehicle diagnostics, CAN communication analysis, software validation, and system integration testing (e.g., CANoe/CANalyzer usage, DTC validation, signal integrity, ECU interaction).
• Develop and execute validation strategies for vehicle software features, ensuring correct behavior across ECUs and compliance with system requirements.
• Support development and integration of vehicle electrical architecture, including network topology, gateway communication, and diagnostic access strategies.
• Responsible for completing engineering assignments that meet time, budget, and performance expectations.
• Complete and present technical reports at the end of each rotation to senior Slate leadership, highlighting engineering outcomes, validation results, and opportunities for system or process improvement.
• Utilize advanced engineering tools, lab equipment, and vehicle prototypes to support software validation, diagnostics verification, and communication analysis.
• Engage in structured rotational assignments across systems engineering, software integration, manufacturing engineering, quality, and program management to build a comprehensive understanding of vehicle development.
• Participate in a capstone innovation project focused on advancing vehicle software, diagnostics, or electrical architecture, culminating in a technical presentation to senior leadership.
• Be an integral part of an energetic engineering team challenging the status quo of vehicle software and electrical system design.
• Upon graduating from the program, the engineer will transition into a full-time role within electrical, software, or systems engineering.

| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer science from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent education demonstrating advanced engineering knowledge.
• Prior engineering internship or co-op experience within automotive or related technical environments preferred.
• Undeniable passion in automotive engineering and emerging vehicle technologies.
• Demonstrated initiative in advancing technical and leadership capabilities within engineering environments.
• Proven communication skills and experience contributing to technical projects or cross-functional initiatives.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

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

slate-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.