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Kacper Stańczyk

Kraków

Summary

Experienced Test Architect and Test Lead with over 11 years of expertise in the design, development, and deployment of test strategies and systems across the full V-model and ASPICE environments, specifically within the automotive domain. Specialized in the complete lifecycle of HIL and SIL test system design—covering requirement specification, system architecture, hardware/software procurement, and physical commissioning in laboratory environments. Adept at translating concept-level ideas into operational test benches, including cost estimation and supplier management. Recognized for defining and implementing robust test strategies tailored to the needs of complex ECU projects and ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ISO 26262 and ASPICE. Demonstrated leadership in building and managing cross-functional test teams of up to 30 engineers.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Validation Engineer

Stellantis
05.2023 - Current
  • Currently leading testing efforts for cutting-edge automotive technologies in an innovative Smart Cockpit project.
  • Responsibilities include system integration testing of automotive ECU components and managing a large testing team.
  • Coordinated comprehensive testing strategies for advanced embedded systems.
  • Led and managed system tests, including acceptance, BSW and component testing.
  • Maintained and enhanced automation framework for HiL and Virtual environment.
  • Mentored junior engineers in best practices for validation engineering methodologies improving team skillsets.

Electronics Test Team Leader

Marelli
06.2020 - 04.2023
  • Developed and executed test plans for new automotive products, focusing on automated testing systems and compliance with ASPICE methodology.
  • Successfully managed testing activities and supervised a 15-person team to deliver high-quality outcomes in embedded systems testing.
  • Designed testing strategies incorporating manual and automated validation methods.
  • Conducted, manage and supervise system and software testing across multiple projects.
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.

HW Validation Test Engineer

APTIV
09.2017 - 05.2020
  • Oversaw hardware testing processes for automotive ECUs, including the creation and review of test plans and reports.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards while managing laboratory calibration and measurement device configuration.
  • Coordinated test activities and used test management tools to optimize processes.
  • Executed and analyzed detailed test cases for ECU validation.
  • Maintained up-to-date documentation of all test plans, procedures, results, and defect tracking databases for future reference or audits.
  • Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends.

Junior Electronic Engineer

EC-Systems AMC
05.2015 - 08.2017
  • Performed functional and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing for electronic devices, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Education

Electrical Engineering

AGH University of Science And Technology
01.2017

Skills

  • Standards & Processes: ISO 26262 (expert, Certified Test Supervisor), ISO 21434 (basic), ASPICE/ Vmodel (CL2/CL3),
  • Architectures: AUTOSAR Classic & Adaptive, QNX, Android Automotive OS 14, FreeRTOS
  • Programming & Scripting: C, Python, CAPL, MATLAB / Simulink, LabVIEW
  • Automotive Protocols: CAN, CAN-FD, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet (100/1000BASE-T1), LVDS, SPI, I²C
  • Toolchain: Vector CANoe/VT System, dSPACE ControlDesk, NI VeriStand & TestStand, TraceTronic ECUTest, EXAM, IBM ALM, Polarion, Jira, Jenkins, Plastic SCM/Bitbucket
  • Test-System Design: HIL (dSPACE SCALEXIO, NI PXI, Custom, CANoe VT), sensor/actuator design, rest bus simulators, procurement & quotation of HV components, HW assembly
  • Virtual Bench & SIL: VEOS, QEMU, Docker, dSPACE

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
German
Elementary (A2)

Selected Achievements

  • Designed and implemented a cost-optimized automated test system for automotive lighting projects, featuring a custom made visual monitoring system.
  • Implemented a test methodology aligned with ASPICE Level 2 and ISO 26262 standards, including preparation and documentation of all process, defining inputs and outputs, which successfully passed a comprehensive external audits.
  • Defined a comprehensive testing strategy for a highly complex system based on QNX, featuring multiple components operating under a hypervisor in virtualized machines, along with an IVI system on AAOS 14 and BSW modules. Determined optimal testing scope and responsibilities for each testing level to prevent overlaps and maximize cost-effectiveness. Configured the test environment for both target hardware and virtual setups, defined all required APIs for testing, and integrated the complete solution with CI/CD pipelines.

Timeline

Lead Validation Engineer

Stellantis
05.2023 - Current

Electronics Test Team Leader

Marelli
06.2020 - 04.2023

HW Validation Test Engineer

APTIV
09.2017 - 05.2020

Junior Electronic Engineer

EC-Systems AMC
05.2015 - 08.2017

Electrical Engineering

AGH University of Science And Technology
Kacper Stańczyk