Automotive Test & Validation Engineer

Expleo Group; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation up to 95K

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays and PTO

Career development

Strong team culture

Job summary

Expleo USA in Michigan seeks an Automotive Test & Validation Engineer to lead end-to-end validation activities, develop validation plans, and define test specifications to ensure customer requirements and quality targets are met.

You will coordinate lab resources, manage FMEA, participate in design reviews, and drive efficiency improvements across global locations while ensuring ASPICE/IATF/ISO compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (e.g., Computer, Electronic, Mechatronics, Mechanical).
• 5+ years in automotive test and validation.
• Strong LabVIEW and/or TestStand experience (cert preferred).
• Proficiency with Python, Java, C, or C++.
• Experience with instrumentation interfaces (PXI/PCI/USB/RS-232/GPIB).
• Solid understanding of automotive electronics and validation.
• Experience with accelerated life testing and environmental validation.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical docs and schematics.
• Strong MS Office skills and global team collaboration.
• Problem-solving, adaptability, attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review test service requests and customer specifications to define final validation plan.
• Define requirements for tools, benches, and characterization/reliability testing, including budgets.
• Develop detailed validation plans and test specs to meet customer and internal targets.
• Schedule and manage validation activities, coordinating resources and equipment.
• Act as primary customer contact for environmental validation across global locations.
• Collaborate with project teams to support design improvements and product performance targets.
• Manage validation FMEA generation and logistics of tested parts.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to problem resolution and FMEA analysis.
• Oversee lab planning, resource allocation, and validation cost management.
• Support test setup, execution, and verification using lab equipment (thermal chambers, IP tests).
• Collaborate with Methods & Tools to develop test environments and validation processes.
• Oversee test script development using LabVIEW and TestStand.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Mgmt Systems and ASPICE/IATF/ISO standards.
• Generate detailed test reports, conduct peer reviews, and communicate validation status.

Skills

LabVIEW

TestStand

Python

Java

C/C++

Instrumentation

MS Office

Communication

Problem solving

Automotive systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

PXI

PCI

USB

RS-232

GPIB

Job description

Talent Community | Current & Future Client Opportunities

We are growing our network of experienced Automotive Test & Validation Engineers to support current and upcoming automotive electronics, product validation, and reliability testing programs. Our engineers will lead end-to-end validation activities by developing validation plans, defining test specifications, managing laboratory resources, and executing environmental and reliability testing to ensure compliance with customer requirements and internal quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze test service requests and customer specifications in collaboration with the Product Project Team Member and Quality PTM, challenging requirements and defining the final validation plan.
• Define requirements for specific tools, benches, and characterization/reliability testing, including associated budgets.
• Develop detailed validation plans and test specifications to meet both customer requirements and internal quality targets.
• Schedule and manage validation activities, coordinating laboratory resources such as technicians, tools, and test equipment.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the customer and project team for environmental validation activities across multiple global locations.
• Collaborate closely with project teams to support design improvements and ensure product performance targets are met.
• Manage configuration and logistics of tested parts and lead validation FMEA generation.
• Participate in design reviews (software, hardware, and product) and contribute to problem resolution and FMEA analysis.
• Oversee laboratory planning, resource allocation, and validation cost management.
• Support and govern test setup, execution, and verification using laboratory equipment such as thermal chambers and IP testing systems.
• Collaborate with the Methods & Tools team to develop and optimize test environments and validation processes.
• Oversee test script development using National Instruments LabVIEW and TestStand.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems and industry standards (ASPICE, IATF/ISO standards).
• Generate detailed test reports, conduct peer reviews, and communicate validation status regularly to stakeholders.
• Lead problem management activities, including failure analysis, customer communication, and cross-functional reviews.
• Drive test efficiency improvements by reducing cycle times, automating test benches, and enhancing laboratory tools and processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in lessons learned across projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (e.g., Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in test and validation engineering within the automotive or similar industry.
• Strong experience with National Instruments LabVIEW and/or TestStand (certification preferred).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C, or C++.
• Experience with instrumentation and hardware interfacing (PXI, PCI, USB, RS232, GPIB).
• Solid understanding of automotive electronic systems and validation methodologies.
• Experience with accelerated life testing and environmental validation.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical documents and schematics.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a global, cross-functional team environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability, adaptability, and strong attention to detail.

What We Offer

At Expleo USA, we value expertise, innovation, and collaboration. By joining our client's team, you'll work on high-impact automotive programs while enjoying a supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Competitive Compensation - Up to 95K annually. Please note that the compensation range displayed is a generalized range for pipelining purposes and may not reflect the final range for a specific role. Final compensation will be determined based on the role, skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market-based rates by geography
• Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents - Extensive Medical Plans, Dental, Vision, HSA with company contribution, company sponsored Life Insurance and Short / Long term disability insurance, a host of voluntary plans including legal, hospital, accident, pet wellness, and 401k with matching
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Career Development and Advancement - Expleo is a global company in 29 Countries worldwide with a high focus on development
• Strong Team Culture - Collaborate with experienced professionals who value precision, performance, and teamwork

Expleo is a trusted partner for end-to-end, integrated engineering, production support, MRO, and quality services, with a presence in over 30 countries. To find out more, visit www.expleogroup.com

Expleo is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to non-discrimination in all stages of the recruitment process, ensuring fair and unbiased hiring practices.