Feature Assurance & Validation Engineer

Cognizant; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) plan and contributions

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Feature Assurance Engineer in the United States to drive end-to-end validation of automotive features. The role requires 3+ years of experience and a BS or MS in engineering. You will develop validation plans, coordinate testing environments, and ensure signoffs at key milestones across platforms like HiL and vehicle interfaces.

The position is onsite in Michigan and offers a compensation range of $74,000 to $83,000 per year plus benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in an Engineering Discipline.
• Automotive Industry Experience 3+ years.
• Experience with vehicle systems (Battery Management, Climate Control, Infotainment/Instrument Clusters, Powertrain/Driveline, Connectivity, Digital Keys, Enclosure, Seat/restraints).

Responsibilities

• Follow and deliver Feature Assurance Engineering deliverables.
• Coordinate Feature Validation Plan execution and support.
• Lead triaging and issues resolution during the feature development cycle.
• Develop and lead DRP approvals for non-conformance signoffs.
• Maintain open issue lists in Jira with traceability and progress updates.

Skills

Jira

Test planning

Defect triage

Stakeholder communication

Education

BS or MS in Engineering

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Role – Feature Assurance Engineer

Required Experience - 3+ Yrs. of Experience

Required Degree: BS or MS in an Engineering Discipline

Job Requirements

• Follow and deliver Feature Assurance Engineering (FAE) deliverables.
• Level of Changes alignment and Signoff with Feature System Engineer (FSE) counterpart.
• Develop feature validation plan including functional, performance, Functional Safety V&V, Cybersecurity and regulatory requirements as applicable. Including the selection of test cases, testing environment (i.e. Breadboard, HiL, vehicle), confirming testing facility/resources (i.e. tester, HiL, vehicle, etc.) and timing in alignment with program milestones expectation (i.e. 1st full pass prior to PEC, etc.)
• Determine Software and Hardware pedigree required to complete validation.
• Provide tester teams with test cases, software and hardware pedigrees and any additional information needed to complete validation.
• Coordinate Feature Validation Plan execution and support
• Lead triaging and issues resolution during the entire feature development cycle.
• Assess test results to ensure compliance with test/requirements passing criteria.
• Identify, assess (P-rating and Criticality Prioritization Number), document (i.e. JIRA defect ticket) and develop/lead resolution plan for test results defects in alignment with New Model Launch timing guidelines.
• Lead the feature validation report creation, ensuring that it meets the highest standard of signoff criteria.
• Review test results and report with corresponding FAE supervisor to complete signoffs.
• Review and complete feature VSCS (Vehicle Specific Configuration Specification) signoffs as applicable by milestone.
• Develop and lead DRP (Deliverable Recovery Plan) approval as needed (i.e. P0/P1 defects at FEC milestone) for non-conformance signoffs.
• Lead Voice of the Customer / AIM feature issues resolution in alignment with New Model Launch timing guidelines.
• Create, access and maintain JIRA tickets throughout the entire feature lifecycle (development and production) assigned to Feature Assurance Engineering.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the robustness of feature signoff validation testing and process.
• Assist FSEs to develop, maintain, and improve test cases.
• Lead the triaging and resolution of feature quality issues in the field.
• Develop negative test cases and Feature Assurance Test Procedures including stress testing to address multi-interface conflicts, edge case, and unexpected I/O conditions.
• Maintain a real-time, comprehensive open issue list within Jira, ensuring accurate categorization, detailed descriptions, and clear assignment. Regularly review, track, and provide detailed progress reports on all open issues to relevant stakeholders (e.g., weekly status meetings, bi-weekly program reviews). All test results and supporting engineering artifacts (e.g., CAN logs, Bus Queries, diagnostic traces, video recordings) must be consistently uploaded and linked within Jira for full traceability and analysis
• Proactively communicating task progress and status to designated leaders through specified channels (e.g., JIRA), creating and maintaining Jira Dashboards as applicable, clearly, concisely, and effectively communicating complex technical systems, identified issues, and proposed resolutions to diverse audiences, including engineering teams, program management, and leadership. This includes preparing and delivering technical presentations, written reports, and contributing to decision-making processes.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in an Engineering Discipline
• Automotive Industry Experience 3+ years
• Experience with one of the following vehicle systems / sub systems:
• Battery Management & Charging
• Climate Control
• Infotainment or Instrument Clusters
• Powertrain or Driveline
• Connectivity
• Digital Keys
• Enclosure
• Seat/restraints

Keywords: Automotive, Feature, DRE

About Cognizant’s IoT Practice

Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

Applications will be accepted until Aug31 , 2026

Compensation & Benefits

$74,000 – $83,000 per year + Cost of Living Allowance

Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

Additional Information

Onsite role

Visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future. Candidates requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan