Validation Engineer

Socket.dev; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Heath, Dental and Vision and Life

401(K) plan with company match

Paid Vacation/Sick

Lunch provided

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced Validation Engineer to lead automotive product testing, define strategies, and drive root cause analysis. You will interact with customers to understand bench architectures and ensure compliant test procedures.

Strong scripting and data analysis skills are essential for improving efficiency and reliability. The role requires collaboration with hardware and software teams, hands-on bench work, and travel to client sites or HQ to support project reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with strong engineering background.
• “5+ additional years of relevant technical experience” preferred.
• Experience in OEM or Tier 1 Automotive environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define test strategy based on requirements and specifications for Automotive products.
• Identify failures, root cause issues and recommend fixes.
• Create scripts/tools to improve testing efficiency.
• Write validation reports, test procedures, and compliance documents (SQMS, automotive standards).
• Communicate effectively with customers about vehicle simulation bench architecture and test environments.
• Manage and maintain test bench equipment.

Skills

Test scripting

Root cause analysis

Vehicle VCU log analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

CANoe

CANalyzer

dSPACE

NI

PTRS/JIRA

Job description

Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities:

• Define test strategy based on requirements and specifications regarding Automotive product.
• Identify failures, root cause issues and recommend fixes.
• Create scripts/tools to improve testing efficiency.
• Write validation reports, test procedures, and compliance document.(Ensuring all equipment, systems, and processes adhere to Automotive standards)
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers based on a solid understanding of vehicle simulation bench architecture and test environments.
• Maintenance and management of test Bench equipment.

System Requirement Analysis & Test Case Generation:

• Clarify system requirements through detailed discussions and documentation.
• Provide tailored solutions to address both technical and engineering-related challenges.

Customer Support & Engineering Collaboration:

• Assist customers in resolving technical and operational issues, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and implement effective solutions.

Compliance, Quality & Safety:

• Ensure programs are executed in accordance with Supplier Quality Management System (SQMS) requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable automotive standards and customer-specific requirements, including IATF 16949, Automotive SPICE, ISO 17025.
• Maintain working knowledge of safety policies and regulations and ensure all program activities are performed in a safe manner.

Business Travel & Customer Support:

• Conduct business trips to manufacturing sites or HQ to support customer visits and project reviews.
• Function as a key representative during customer visits, ensuring a positive and productive experience.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent experience (5 additional years of relevant technical experience in degree). A technical or engineering degree is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in a OEM or Tier 1 in Automotive Industry environment is a plus.

Professional Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Automotive industry with at least 5+ years of validation engineer test experience in Quality, Engineering, or Manufacturing

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with VCU and Bench test equipment and software.
• Having a strong understanding of Vehicle VCU log analysis involves several key competencies and knowledge areas.
• Solid understanding of automotive product development processes and cross-functional engineering practices.
• Familiarity with test tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, dSPACE, NI, or equivalent
• Experience with diagnostic validation (UDS services, DTC verification, fault memory validation)
• Analyze test failures and perform root cause analysis (RCA) in collaboration with HW/SW teams
• Experience with test scripting, log analysis, and large dataset validation
• Define and execute comprehensive validation strategies covering unit, integration, system, and vehicle-level testing
• Execute black-box and white-box testing for embedded software components.
• Familiarity with issue tracking system such as PTRS and JIRA system.

Language Proficiency:

• Bilingual in Korean and English preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with global clients and internal teams.

Confidentiality & Information Management:

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately, ensuring data security and compliance.

Benefits:

• Heath, Dental and Vision and Life Insurance covered at 100% for employees
• 401(K) plan with company match
• Paid Vacation/Sick
• Lunch provided