Product Validation Engineer

GILLIG; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical premiums

Generous retirement plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A leading transit bus manufacturer in Livermore, CA is seeking a Validation Engineer to conduct system and vehicle design verification and production validation tests. The role involves developing DV/PV plans, executing test procedures, and collaborating across engineering teams to ensure compliance with safety standards. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience in the automotive industry are required. The position offers a salary between $75,000 and $155,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience within the Engineering industry.
• Experience in automotive and/or heavy-duty vehicle testing/validation.
• Knowledge of FMVSS, ADA, APTA Bus Procurement Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system and vehicle level design verification and production validation tests.
• Develop and release comprehensive DV/PV plans and reports.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for data analysis and testing activities.

Skills

Hands-on troubleshooting

Product assembly

Testing and validation activities

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in environmental and social initiatives in communities across the nation. GILLIG is at the forefront of the transition to zero-emission vehicles and is known for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support. From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA.

• Leader in environmentally friendly mobility solutions including battery electric, hybrid electric, near-zero CNG and clean diesel transit buses
• Renowned for an inclusive, team-oriented culture
• Stable, successful, and growing organization – a Bay Area business for over 132 years
• Flexible schedules (depending on project needs)
• Excellent compensation including company-paid medical premiums, generous retirement plan, and other comprehensive benefits

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 of 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 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 (e.g., safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection)
• Standard start time: 6:30 AM (negotiable)

Expected Compensation

$75,000 - $155,000 annual salary + premium benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors including market location, job classification, knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details will be provided if an offer is made.

Other Duties

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

GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. 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.