Automotive Validation Engineer — DVP&R & Test Planning

CIE USA - Century Plastics LLC; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CIE USA-Century Plastics is seeking a Validation Engineer to verify and validate components, develop and execute test plans, and deliver clear test reports. You will interact with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Tooling and customers to ensure designs meet performance requirements.

The role involves planning, executing, and presenting test results, and supporting DFMEAs and CAE considerations throughout the DV phase. Travel domestically and internationally may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Automotive Technology or Validation experience equivalent required.
• 5+ years automotive experience; interior/exterior background preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple programs.

Responsibilities

• Understand customer specs and engineering drawings to integrate into DVP&R testing.
• Develop and execute test plans; coordinate internal and external labs.
• Prepare, summarize and present test results for approvals.
• Provide test information to Product Engineering, Manufacturing and Tooling teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

DV&R testing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Automotive Technology or Validation experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

DVP&R testing

Job description

CIE USA-Century Plastics is seeking a Validation Engineer to verify and validate components, develop and execute test plans, and deliver clear test reports. You will interact with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Tooling and customers to ensure designs meet performance requirements.

The role involves planning, executing, and presenting test results, and supporting DFMEAs and CAE considerations throughout the DV phase. Travel domestically and internationally may be required.