Autonomous Vehicle Trim Validation Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to own the validation of trim and closures for an autonomous vehicle program in Foster City, CA. You will plan and execute tests, analyze results, and verify durability, environmental and FMVSS compliance before production.

You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, suppliers and quality teams, perform root-cause analysis, and drive corrective actions to readiness, with mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or comparable).
• 3–8 years in automotive trim/closures or body validation.
• Hands-on validation: test planning, execution, data-driven analysis.
• Knowledge of plastic injection molding and automotive painting/coating.
• Familiarity with windshields and glazing.
• Understanding FMVSS requirements.
• Strong grounding in manufacturing processes, materials, environmental failure modes.
• Proficiency in CATIA.

Responsibilities

• Own the validation of trim and closures systems—plastic trim and injection-molded components.
• Develop and execute validation plans with test methods and criteria tied to program and regulatory requirements.
• Plan and run durability, environmental, and performance testing.
• Lead root-cause and failure analysis; drive corrective actions through to resolution.
• Assess manufacturing processes and materials to catch issues early.
• Partner with design, manufacturing, suppliers, and quality for readiness.

Skills

Validation experience

CATIA

Injection molding

FMVSS knowledge

Durability testing

Test planning

Data analysis

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to own the validation of trim and closures for an autonomous vehicle program in Foster City, CA. You will plan and execute tests, analyze results, and verify durability, environmental and FMVSS compliance before production.

You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, suppliers and quality teams, perform root-cause analysis, and drive corrective actions to readiness, with mentorship and growth opportunities.