V&V Tools Technician-Electric Vehicle & Digital Design organization

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

Job summary

Cognizant in Dearborn, MI is seeking a V&V Tools Technician to support installation, assembly, and distribution of test tools for Ford EVDD projects.

The role involves assembling aluminum frames, harnesses, module and software installation, testing, and shipping systems to Ford and non-Ford partners, with strong emphasis on inventory control and tool-lab organization. Onsite role with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, though applicable knowledge or experience may substitute.
• Ability to manage priorities, risks, and issues as they arise.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Functional understanding of automotive electrical wiring and wiring schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and prepare test environments for deployment.
• Aluminum frame assembly.
• Harness installation.
• Module Installation.
• Software installation.
• Testing & validation.
• Package and ship systems to Ford and non-Ford partners.
• Track distribution using approved process/tools.
• Troubleshoot and repair tool systems.
• Monitor and maintain virtual service desk.
• Diagnose, update, and repair non-functional systems.
• Manage shipping of components to fabricators for upcoming system builds.
• Maintain inventory and organization of tools lab.

Skills

Ability to manage priorities, risks, &

Independent & team player

Strong communication skills

Automotive electrical wiring knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree – Preferred

Tools

JIRA

Job description

• Module Installation
• Software installation

V&V Tools Technician

Tools Technician in support of the V&V Operational Support and Hardware Team, a part of Ford’s EVDD

– Electric Vehicle & Digital Design organization.

The position will support the preparation, assembly, configuration, inventory, and distribution of

developed test tools. Inventoried test tools and systems are distributed globally to electrical

engineering, verification, and testing teams across Ford, as well as external Ford development partners.

The selected candidate will work closely with existing team members to ensure deliverables to the

downstream organizations meet expected requirements and deliverables. Current products support

development and testing of next generation Center-stack, Cluster, Connected and Non-Connected

Features, and Display Virtualization toolsets across numerous vehicle sub-system domains.

Primary Job Title: V&V Tools Technician

Responsibilities Include

Assemble and prepare test environments for deployment.

• Aluminum frame assembly
• Harness installation
• Module Installation
• Software installation
• Testing & validation
• Package and ship systems to Ford and Non Ford partners.
• Track distribution using approved process/tools

Maintain operation of tool systems

• Troubleshoot and repair tool Systems.
• Monitor and maintain virtual service desk
• Diagnose, update, and repair non-functional systems.
• Manage shipping of components to our fabricators for upcoming system builds.
• Maintain inventory and organization of tools lab

Education: Bachelor’s Degree – Preferred, though applicable knowledge or experience would be

acceptable in place of formal education

Required Primary Skills

Ability to manage priorities, risks, and issues as they arise.

Ability to work both independently and as a part of a group.

Strong communication skills both written and oral.

Functional understanding of automotive electrical wiring and wiring schematics

Preferred Primary Skills

2+ years of experience in electrical harness design or fabrication

Prior automotive or IT support.

Experience utilizing JIRA.

Competency Or Skills To Be Gained

Position will include gaining product development V&V systems business acumen. Support

distribution of Ford future product offerings in leading edge technology to deliver connected

features in the vehicle. Partnership with the business in a high-growth area, In-Vehicle

Infotainment feature development.

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
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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