Validation Engineer

Médiane Benelux; Hasselt; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Médiane Benelux is seeking a passionate Senior Automotive Validation Engineer to join our technical team. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of automotive systems, with a particular focus on hybrid powertrains and automatic transmissions.

You will plan and oversee testing campaigns on test benches and vehicles, analyze results, coordinate with cross-functional teams (R&D, production, quality), and technically lead a team to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Automotive or Electro-Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive sector, ideally in system and equipment validation.
• Experience with hybrid powertrains and automatic transmissions is a plus.
• Proven ability to technically lead a team and work independently.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving orientation.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to represent validation to stakeholders.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee automotive testing campaigns on test benches and vehicles.
• Analyze results, identify issues, and propose corrective and preventive solutions.
• Represent the validation function within the organization and coordinate with cross-functional teams (R&D, production, quality).
• Technically lead and mentor a team, fostering continuous improvement.
• Optimize testing processes and implement advanced analytical methods (8D, root cause analysis, etc.).

Skills

Strong analytical mindset

Problem-solving orientation

Excellent communication skills

Fluent in English

Education

Master's degree in Automotive or Electro-Mechanical Engineering

Tools

VECTOR CANape

CANalyser

AVL-CRETA

INCA

MATLAB

Job description

Médiane Benelux: Career Booster!

Since 2017, and with over 35 years of experience in France and Italy, Médiane Benelux is an engineering company specializing in software, electronics, and cybersecurity across key sectors such as Railways, Automotive, Energy, Medical, Aerospace, Space, Telecoms, Industry, and Defense.

What we offer

• IT consulting and strategy
• Digital transformation and IoT solutions
• Project management and process optimization

As specialists in electronics, development, and embedded systems design, we operate from sensor to cloud.

Why choose Médiane Benelux?

• Human-sized company: Promotes teamwork and collaboration in a dynamic and stimulating environment
• Sharp technical expertise and tailored solutions for each sector
• Talent support: Personalized follow-up, continuous training, and skill development for our employees
• Custom solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client
• Culture of innovation: Participation in innovative and varied projects
• Ecovadis Gold certification: Commitment to equality, well-being, and responsibility
• Human values: Commitment, Respect, Trust, Listening

Happy at Work and Happy Clients labels by Choose my Company: A fulfilling work environment and optimal client satisfaction

Le poste

We are looking for a passionate Senior Automotive Validation Engineer to join our technical team. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of automotive systems, with a particular focus on hybrid powertrains and automatic transmissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee automotive testing campaigns on test benches and vehicles.
• Analyze results, identify issues, and propose corrective and preventive solutions.
• Represent the validation function within the organization and coordinate with cross-functional teams (R&D, production, quality).
• Technically lead and mentor a team, fostering continuous improvement.
• Optimize testing processes and implement advanced analytical methods (8D, root cause analysis, etc.).

Profil recherché

Candidate Profile:

• Master's degree in Automotive, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive sector, ideally in system and equipment validation.
• Experience with hybrid powertrains and automatic transmissions is a plus.
• Proven ability to technically lead a team and work independently.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving orientation.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to represent validation to stakeholders.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Technical Skills & Tools:

• Experience with VECTOR CANape, CANalyser, AVL-CRETA, INCA, and Matlab.
• Proficiency in problem-solving and analysis methods applied to automotive systems.

Personal Qualities:

• Customer-focused and flexible.
• Persistent, proactive, and goal-oriented.
• Structured and organized approach to work with strong problem prevention skills.