Validation EngineerThe Component and Subsystem Hardware Validation team is responsible for ensuring components and subsystems on the robotaxi meet all functional and reliability targets needed to facilitate our autonomous mobility service. Our team has an action-biased culture marked by integrity, humility, competence, and passion for the mission and the systems we design. We are building real products here and are looking for doers to join us. As a Validation Engineer, you will be responsible for establishing and executing a robust and rigorous validation process from requirements development through report approval. This will include managing internal and external testing resources as well as supplier-led validation activities which ensure durability, reliability, and safety targets are satisfied. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand root causes of failures, identify mitigation strategies, and incorporate learnings into new designs.Responsibilities:Develop, manage, and execute test plans to validate mechanical, electrical, and environmental failure modesCollaborate with design engineers to ensure that requirements are clearly defined and captured within the validation planIdentify appropriate test assets, data acquisition systems, and sensors to ensure high-quality test dataAnalyze test data to provide clear and concise reporting of test resultsSupport DFMEA activities to gain confidence that all potential failure modes are adequately covered within the validation planQualifications:BS or MS in mechanical engineering, or related relevant field3-6 years of test or validation experience related to one of the following: automotive ECU's, mechatronics, or lightingPCBA failure modesCircuits design (DC/DC Converters, Drivers, I2C)LIN CommunicationEthernet CommunicationBluetooth CommunicationExperience with requirements management tools (Polarion or equivalent)Experience with a wide variety of lab and measurement equipment including but not limited to: DAQ, Power supply / E-load, Oscilloscope, Accelerometers, Thermocouples, CAN, LIN, and automotive ethernetExperience with Project Management tools such as JIRA and Kanban methodologyBonus Qualifications:Familiarity with 3D design tools: CATIA 3DX or CATIA V5 or SolidWorks preferredEMI / EMC validation experienceFamiliarity with IEC 60068, GMW 3172, IEEE 802.3, USCAR, AEC & IPC standardsFamiliarity with Vector tools (CANalyzer or similar)LED DriversFMVSS108Infotainment experienceA2BBENEFITS SUMMARY: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching. IND123