Product Validation Engineer

GILLIG; Livermore (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking a Validation Engineer for their Livermore, CA plant. The role involves conducting system and vehicle level design verification and production validation tests. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of experience in the Engineering industry, especially in automotive or heavy-duty vehicle testing.

You will be responsible for creating comprehensive testing plans, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring adherence to industry standards. Competitive salary ranging from $75,000 to $140,000 annually, plus premium benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience within the Engineering industry.
• Experience in automotive and/or heavy-duty vehicle testing/validation.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with team members and customers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system and vehicle level design verification and production validation tests.
• Develop and release comprehensive DV/PV plans and reports.
• Coordinate and document requirements with external testing resources.

Skills

Automotive Testing

Validation Experience

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

GILLIG Engineering is responsible for the development, customization, and configuration of GILLIG’s clean technology heavy‑duty transit buses. We are committed to developing the most reliable buses that connect communities, eliminate congestion, and contribute to a greener environment. Our engineers are engaged in designing, analyzing, testing, launching, and problem solving across a wide range of technical areas.

Validation Engineering is responsible for the testing, simulation, and evaluation of systems, components and vehicle platforms for GILLIG’s continuously evolving product line. It is instrumental in ensuring design requirements are met and overall performance meets the harsh demands of the heavy‑duty transit bus duty‑cycle.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Validation Engineer will be guided by technical requirements to conduct system and vehicle level design verification (DV) and production validation (PV) tests to confirm achievement of these requirements within established program timelines. The role also provides opportunities, with the creation of tools and processes, for traceability of DFMEA to DVP&R to final reports.

This is a hands‑on, on‑site role at our Livermore, CA plant and reports to the Manager of Validation but may also receive direction and guidance from senior engineers.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• Utilize program targets, system requirements and various control documents to develop and release comprehensive DV/PV plans, reports, recommendations
• Create and execute test plans for associated vehicle systems and the entire vehicle. Report results, document non-conformances and collaborate with related design, systems and controls engineers to identify root cause of any failures, recommendations for improved specifications and opportunities for refinement
• Design and configure test methods, scripts and/or simulations to develop and validate system capabilities prior to vehicle integration
• Work closely with the Engineering teams to develop and deploy instrumentation and data acquisition strategies, data analysis methodologies and best practices for planning and conducting effective and timely testing activities
• Coordinate and document requirements, design verification and validation with component/subsystem/system suppliers or external testing resources/facilities to support overall program validation plan
• Gather and refine complex data sets into usable information and reports
• Support the maintenance and calibration of test equipment and instrumentation
• Support the development and deployment of engineering standards
• Support the development and management or requirements along with the associated design verification (DV) and production validation (PV) plans, including traceability between requirements, test results and test reports

SCOPE OF THE ROLE

• Autonomy: Ability to work with little instruction on day‑to‑day work, receiving general instruction on new assignments from senior engineers or manager.
• Technically Minded: Apply industry practices and standards (NFPA, NEC, APTA, etc.). Exhibit professional expertise, applying company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Determine a course of action based on guidelines and modify processes and methods as required.
• Time Management: Work productively with all stakeholders to deliver projects on schedule and on budget.
• Communication: Collaborate up, down and across the organization to resolve mutual problems. Focus on providing standard professional advice and creating initial reports/analysis for review by experienced team members.
• Complexity: Responsible for a certain set of DV/PV plans within the team. Work on problems of moderate to more‑complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Applies learned techniques and contributes to analysis and investigation to solve problems.
• Quality & Standards: Verification and validation documentation is comprehensive, traceable to requirements & objectives, and complete. Released test plans and reports are thorough, clear and concise, with a high attention to detail.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience within the Engineering industry
• Experience in automotive and/or heavy‑duty vehicle testing/validation
• Experience working with internal and external customers, engineering service suppliers, and supervising 3rd‑party test facilities
• Knowledge of FMVSS, ADA, APTA Bus Procurement Guidelines, SAE HD vehicle standards, NFPA
• Experience with “hands‑on” troubleshooting, product assembly, prototyping, testing, and validation activities (on site and at remote locations)
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with team members, customers, internal and external suppliers
• Familiarity with testing processes, including creating and executing test plans on vehicles supporting program timelines
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer
• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Limited travel may be required
• Must be able to navigate manufacturing environment, comfortable around heavy machinery, tools, etc.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment, (i.e. safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection, etc.)
• Standard start time: 6:30 AM(negotiable)

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

$75,000 - $140,000/annual salary + premium benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO STATEMENTS

GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.