Validation Engineer

About the Role

The validation engineer is responsible for the creation of validation test and timing plans in order to meet the program team objectives for the validation of automotive components. These components consist of different technologies including analog, digital, optic, color, EMC applications for ADAS and power products. This wide range of product mix requires broad based technical skills. Requirement analysis proficiency, test plan definition, test quoting, purchase orders, pre-test meetings with outside test lab personnel, and test facilitation are key components of this position. In addition, the validation engineer is responsible for the buildup coordination along with the Validation Tools Engineer and a guardian of the implementation of test stands and associated hardware and software required for the validation. The validation engineer is also responsible for creating test procedures, work instructions, data analysis report and forms related to project specific and general validation group usage. Additional duties are performed as needed to ensure completion of projects and contribute to the success of the organization

Your Responsibilities

This position requires a proficiency for independent problem solving and decision making with general direction given on project objectives and broad guidance from corporate strategy and goals. Work is often complex, difficult in character and requires strong technical and broad business knowledge in addition to program/project management skills. The following duties may be performed at all levels within the progression.

• Review and understanding of customer requirements in a deep level.
• Create Detailed Test plans, and Product Verification Plan & Reports (PVP&Rs).
• Interface with customer/design team for test plan approvals and test results reviews.
• Support engineering design team meetings and lead the discussion when necessary to obtain the inputs and deliverables required.
• Ability to evaluate and provide applicable and accurate test proposals based on modules/design changes, Electrical, Mechanical, or manufacturing processes.
• Create and maintain accurate and detailed timing plans using Microsoft project, baseline, actual dates and efficient resource assignation.
• Interface with design team, EE for Electrical and Electronic detailed design deliverables, ME for Mechanical properties, SYS for Requirements and intended vehicle functionality/module orientations, SW for product’s functionality and issue resolution.
• Initiate the mechanical design activities for Vibration and Environmental test fixtures development; work closely with Mechanical engineer for approval and suggestions.
• Perform the applicable studies to ensure Vibration fixtures does not add resonance to end product and that Environmental fixtures are compliant with the application.
• Be able to root cause failure modes detected during validation testing, troubleshooting.
• High experience required identifying tester or module problem by utilizing 8D formats.
• Proficient in data analysis, identify data trends when parts tested under temperature, voltage and current variations by creating plots and formatted for design team notifications.
• Follow up internal/external testing:
  • Coordinate and track testing, by ensuring test lab is meeting testing quality, timing and deadlines.
  • Test equipment and Harnesses, provide capability to test products and monitor during test.
  • Once testing is completed return testers/equipment/harnesses for verification purposes and make sure all channels works and harnesses inspected for next round.
  • Provide training on how tester operates, and what the expectations are from specific projects thinking on real time data screen from GUI, data files, and location.
  • Follow up in a daily basis test status, retrieve data, and analyze it.
  • To make sure all tests are starting on time and meeting test profiles, data is being captured, at the end is Validation Engineer accountable for the actions taken by third party labs, from this get kickoff meetings and checklist to fill out.
  • Perform all testing/tasks stated in the DVP&R all environmental procedures including cross sections, visual inspections.
• Maintain Validation Testing items up to date in the Validation Tools System (Equipment, Test Schedule, Test Status, Storage, Deliverables)
• Hands on, be able to perform testing, create/move setups and start/monitor tests.
• Review DFMEA, for possible situations that might be seen during testing and enrich test plan.
• Understand Product Delivery Process and follow up Magna internal processes.
• Be able to support at least 4 projects at the same time.
• Support quoting process, providing number of engineering hours and cost associated with testing
• In case of validation failures (Environmental/Electrical/EMC) document incidents in applicable tool.

Who we are looking for

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with 5 years of experience in an engineering automotive environment.
• Technical Understanding of environmental level testing, temperature, vibration, humidity, enclosure, and associated electrical type tests.
• Technical Understanding of Electrical and EMC level testing.
• Computer proficiency (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, outlook, Project). 4. Demonstrated ability in the creation of Validation Test Plans and MUST have knowledge of Validation customer requirements (i.e. GMW3172, CS-1189, CETP 00.00-E-412, European OEM’s, etc..)
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills.

Your preferred qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, coordinate, and integrate internal data and clearly articulate concepts, ideas, and other issues relating to test, hardware, and software.
• Must be able to operate standard and specialized equipment related to the job, needs to have experience using test equipment, DMM, Oscilloscope, Video Scope. Ability to calculate and analyze data, generate reports, present information, etc.
• Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills to prioritize, coordinate projects, manage conflicting needs, and deal with many issues at one time.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills in order to effectively communicate with internal and external contacts and represent the organization in a professional manner when performing job duties.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to exercise influence at various levels and functions.
• Demonstrated ability to thoroughly research, recommend, present information and oversee implementation of new products, materials, and processes.
• Excellent communication/negotiation skills. Communicates and works with peers in a positive, cooperative way, maintain productive relationships with key functional areas.
• Strong leadership skills. Must be able to work independent for action or decision
• Special Request: No email abuse, should be able to take the initiative to pick the phone and have a conversation before sending an email, preferred a face to face conversation.

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

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