Ulises Esteban Contreras Pacheco
Electrical Architecture Engineer Jr.
El Marqués
Summary
As an Electrical Architecture Engineer Jr., I possess a strong foundation in electronics engineering, embedded software development, and product lifecycle management. My technical expertise includes designing and validating functional specifications, conducting on-vehicle testing, and developing automated tools to ensure robust product releases. My experience spans collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product innovations while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
Beyond technical expertise, I am a proactive and adaptable engineer with a strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement. I thrive in dynamic environments and am motivated by problem-solving and delivering effective solutions. My ability to work well under pressure, coupled with my strong organizational and time-management skills, ensures I can meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality. I am an enthusiastic team player, believing deeply in the power of collaboration to foster creativity and innovation. With a customer-focused mindset, I excel in providing clear communication, actively listening to team members and stakeholders, and delivering actionable results.
Overview
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year of professional experience
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Languages
Work History
Electrical Architecture Engineer Jr.
Nexteer Automotive
09.2024 - Current
- Spearhead the creation and refinement of technical and functional product specifications, ensuring traceability and accuracy throughout engineering changes and new model integrations, aligning product design with evolving technological standards.
- Own the end-to-end software release process: prepare and document new software versions, manage engineering change logs, and lead validation efforts to ensure full compliance and performance prior to release.
- Conduct robust vehicle-level testing (stress, stability, fault injection, long drive sessions) to validate embedded software under real-world and extreme conditions, identifying potential anomalies before product launch.
- Provide customer-facing technical support by analyzing warranty-return components and delivering detailed root-cause reports, facilitating data-driven feedback loops with quality and design teams.
- Develop and program custom automated tools used for software updating and configuration validation; ensure tools meet quality and robustness criteria, and are ready for deployment in production or engineering lines.
- Collaborate with global engineering teams, software developers, and quality departments to ensure timely implementation of product updates and issue resolution, demonstrating excellent communication and cross-functional leadership.
- Achievements: Delivered functional automated tools for software updates, enabling recovery of high-risk components and avoiding potential scrap scenarios during validation and production. Additionally, led timely software releases by identifying anomalies during validation processes—across line testing, vehicle evaluations, and bench simulations—contributing to early defect resolution and robust product launches.
Electrical Architecture Engineer Intern (EAE Intern)
Nexteer Automotive
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed automation tools (One Button Tool - OBT) and validated CAN Log sequences for end-of-line testing stations.
- Authored and maintained technical specifications for software sequences and changes in testing environments.
- Participated in read/write/reflash operations and software validation for Ford platforms, ensuring compliance with customer expectations.
- Supported software update events requested by clients, managing data validation and documentation.
- Handled deviation tracking and coordinated generation of Material Disposition Reports (MDRs) for component reallocation or scrapping.
Education
Electronics And Aircraft Systems Control Engineer
Aeronautical University in Querétaro
Colon, Querétaro, Mexico 05.2001 -
Skills
- Electrical and Electronic Architecture Analysis
- Software Validation
- CAN Communication & Diagnostics
- Embedded Systems Understanding
- Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
- Quality and Customer Support
- Analytical Thinking and Troubleshooting
- Ownership and Task Follow-through
- Cross-functional Communication
- Customer-Focused Mindset
- Adaptability in Dynamic Environments
- Initiative and Continuous Improvement
- Team Collaboration and Reliability
- Time Management under Tight Deadlines
Software And Tools
- CANape
- CANalyzer
- CANoe
- CANdela
- Customer Tools (Ford)
- LabView
- MATLAB & Simulink
- Ansys SCADE
- Python
- C / C++
- MISRA C Principles
- MATLAB & Simulink
- Ansys SCADE
- Model-Based Design (MBD) fundamentals
- Teamcenter Siemens (PLM)
- Deviations & Engineering Change Tracking
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Timeline
Electrical Architecture Engineer Jr.
Nexteer Automotive
09.2024 - Current
Electrical Architecture Engineer Intern (EAE Intern)
Nexteer Automotive
01.2024 - 09.2024
Electronics And Aircraft Systems Control Engineer
Aeronautical University in Querétaro
05.2001 -
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