DVP Engineer

Yazaki Europe Middle East and Africa; Ovar; Presencial; EUR 42 000 - 66 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Flexible working

Continuous learning

Resumo da oferta

Yazaki Europe Middle East and Africa seeks a Design Validation Plan (DVP) Engineer for the Ovar site in Portugal. You will lead, develop and maintain the DVP for assigned automotive projects, ensuring customer requirements cascade, validate and document results, and coordinate internal/external validation activities.

The role requires an engineering degree, advanced English, strong MS Office skills, and knowledge of DFMEA, IATF/ISO standards, plus travel availability.

Qualificações

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, Materials Engineering, or similar.
• Solid knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel (advanced level).
• Knowledge of DFMEA and design validation processes.
• Understanding of automotive standards (IATF / ISO / TISAX).
• Advanced English (spoken and written).
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for customer and stakeholder interaction.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Availability to travel if required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, develop and maintain the complete Design Validation Plan (DVP) for assigned projects, ensuring all customer requirements are cascaded, validated and documented, while coordinating internal and external validation activities to secure robust product and its quality.
• Coordinate all internal and external validation activities.
• Conduct validation testing, technical reviews and functional assessments.
• Track and report DVP progress, risks and issues, escalating where needed.
• Prepare technical documentation, validation reports and customer sign off deliverables.
• Act as the primary technical interface to the customer for all matters related to validation and requirements.
• Support quality, process improvement and compliance activities.

Conhecimentos

Advanced English

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Time management

Formação académica

Engineering degree

Ferramentas

MS Office

Excel (Advanced)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Founded in 1929, Yazaki is a Japanese full systems supplier of wire harness, electrical, data products and solutions enabling vehicle electrification, connectivity, and autonomy integration. More than 235,000 committed and highly motivated employees in 45 countries make us one of the most successful international automotive suppliers. To strengthen our team, we are looking a DVP Engineer.

We are open to candidates in Ovar.

Porto Technical Centre is the largest Yazaki global engineering services provider, that offers high-tech product development capabilities, translating customer specific needs into efficient production concepts, while consolidating and developing EDS expertise across plants on the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. We are currently seeking high potential candidates to join us through Design Validation Plan (DVP) team, reporting directly to the area supervisor.

Position Mission:

Lead, develop and maintain the complete Design Validation Plan (DVP) for assigned projects, ensuring all customer requirements are cascaded, validated and documented, while coordinating internal and external validation activities to secure robust product and its quality.

• Product Validation & Development

Develop, implement and maintain the full Design Validation Plan (DVP) for assigned projects.

Analyse and manage cascaded customer requirements to ensure compliance throughout the validation process.

Coordinate all internal and external validation activities.

Conduct validation testing, technical reviews and functional assessments.

Track and report DVP progress, risks and issues, escalating where needed.

Prepare technical documentation, validation reports and customer sign off deliverables.

Act as the primary technical interface to the customer for all matters related to validation and requirements.

Support quality, process improvement and compliance activities.

• Team & Cross Functional Support

Facilitate smooth communication between engineering teams, testing teams and other internal stakeholders.

Promote and support improvement activities related to validation processes and methodologies.

Ensure effective information cascading among department members and cross functional teams.

• Business & Project Management

Support project planning by defining validation timelines and dependencies.

Track milestone adherence and ensure due dates agreed with the customer are followed.

Requirements:

• Academic Background

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, Materials Engineering, or similar.

• Technical Skills

Solid knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel (advanced level).

Knowledge of DFMEA and design validation processes.

Understanding of automotive standards (IATF / ISO / TISAX).

• Languages

Advanced English (spoken and written).

• Soft Skills

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for customer and stakeholder interaction.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Dynamism, resilience and self‑discipline.

Strong time‑management and team‑working skills.

Availability to travel if required.

What do we have to offer?

At Yazaki, we provide a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including flexible working arrangements and opportunities for continuous learning.

At Yazaki, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship.