Validation Engineer 1

Strattec Security Corporation; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

STRATTEC Security Corporation is seeking a Validation Engineer to join our team. You will interpret product specifications, develop test methods and plans, and work with Test Lab Technicians, AQE/QE and customers to ensure performance specifications are met.

The role blends mechanical, electrical and software engineering, requiring a hands-on, collaborative approach and the ability to learn new methods quickly in a dynamic automotive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in testing electronic boards, modules and test equipment.
• Solid knowledge in electronics; analog, power and digital.
• Experience in developing test instructions and procedures.
• Excellent analytical reasoning and problem solving skills.
• Must be very well organized and able to work with cross-functional teams.
• Able to read engineering prints, specifications and other complex technical documents.
• Self-starter and willing to perform a wide range of engineering duties.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills; capable of working independently or with others.
• Previous experience in a test laboratory.
• Automotive experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop procedures, methods and tools for test, verification and certification of products.
• Develop procedures and tools for testing, calibration and verification of test equipment.
• Review and interpret Customer Requirements and develop DVP&R / test plan including EE and DV testing.
• Meet with customers to develop and get approval of test plans.
• Lead test fixture design, procurement, construction, verification and runoff activities.
• Develop and maintain Timing Plans and open items lists for Test System projects.
• Participate / support quote activities by coordinating / developing DVP&R, work plans and cost estimates.
• Ensure test equipment is properly calibrated and certified.
• Receive and validate required testing inputs; monitor testing; perform product validation testing.
• Create and review test reports; ensure data retention and traceability.
• Assist and train Test Lab Technicians and Specialists as required.
• Travel to customers, suppliers and STRATTEC facilities as needed.

Education

Fifth year college or university program certificate

Two to four years related experience and/or training

Master's degree preferred

Tools

3D modeling

Test equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

STRATTEC Security Corporation is one of the world's largest suppliers providing access and security systems to the automotive market. This drives us to be an innovative company with the latest technology. STRATTEC creates exciting opportunities to people who like to work in an environment that challenges them to be creative, deal with multiple customers and projects, and research the latest technology. You will help STRATTEC to be a pioneer by working closely with the largest automotive customers in the world along with the largest electronic partners.

Let us know who you are! We want to know what motivates you and why you are the ideal candidate for our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a team oriented attitude; have a multidiscipline background, and a passion for innovation. We are looking for leadership skills to develop a new group internally.

If you are one who like to build a team, has strong skillsets and likes to see your own ideas come to life, apply quickly!

SUMMARY

The Validation Engineer will work with the Test Equipment Engineers, Product Team, Advanced Quality Engineers (AQE), Quality Engineers (QE), and customers as appropriate to interpret and/or develop product specifications, test methods and test plans required for defining and validating our products. The ideal candidate will enjoy hands on work in a very dynamic setting and have previous automotive industry and testing experience. The Validation Engineer works closely with and provides training to the Test Lab Technicians/Specialists, interfaces with Test Equipment Engineers, Product Engineers and AQE/QE to ensure the performance specification and product are understood. This position is a mix of mechanical, electrical and software engineering so an ability to learn new methods and skills is a must. While the primary focus of this role is testing and testing methods, this engineer may be called on to support test quoting, test equipment maintenance and calibration, capital requisition and justification, and test fixture development, build, verification, and runoff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Responsibilities (as appropriate, based on product group / location):

• Develop procedures, methods and tools for test, verification and certification of products
• Develop procedures and tools for testing, calibration and verification of test equipment, cooperating with Test Engineers and Outside Engineering as required.
• Review and interpret Customer Requirements anddevelop DVP&R / test plan including, but not limited to, EE and DV testing.
• Meet with customer, as required, to develop and get approval of test plans.
• Participate in Fixture/Equipment Design Review, or as appropriate, lead the test fixture design, procurement, construction, verification, and runoff activities.
• Develop and maintain Timing Plans and open items lists for Test System projects in order to meet project timing requirements.
• Participate / support quote activities by coordinating / developing DVP&R, work plansandcost estimates for Test Systems and Testing, as appropriate.
• Ensure test equipment is properly calibrated and certified according to the corresponding procedures.
• Receive and validate required testing inputs (Specifications, Prints, Test Request, Test Plan…)
• Monitor Testing; Perform various product validation testing.
• Create test reports.
• Review, Modify & Approve Test Reports.
• Ensure accurate document, record and archive measurement data pertaining to product parameters and testing .
• Assist and train the Test Lab Technicians and Specialists, when required, in troubleshooting and repairing returned products from the customers.
• Determine if New Equipment Needed/Order/Train.
• Identify Outsource Test Locations for Unusual Testing.
• Quote Outsource Testing
• Order Test Supplies (Cables, Latches…)
• Participate in the Problem Resolution Process as required by STRATTEC Quality Processes
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis of testing failures
• Participate in Customer and Team Meetings
• Participate in product design reviews
• Periodic travel to customers, suppliers and other VAST / STRATTEC facilities as required

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE :

Fifth year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in testing electronic boards, modules and test equipment
• Solid knowledge in electronics; analog, power and digital
• Experience in developing test instructions and procedures
• Excellent analytical reasoning and problem solving skills with ability to apply it to unusual or difficult problems
• Must be very well organized, able to work well with a diverse cross-functional team and varying personalities/cultures
• Able to read engineering prints, specifications, and other complex technical documents.
• Able to be a self-starter and willing to perform a wide range of engineering duties
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work independently and with others.
• Previous experience in a test laboratory
• Automotive experience

Preferred: Master's degree (MS/MA) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Previous product engineering experience
• 3D modeling experience (as required, for fixture design and construction)
• Previous project leadership experience
• Knowledge of Quality Control principles and methodology
• Experience with customers

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to speak Spanish is preferred but not required.

Good oral and written English language skills.

German and/or Spanish language knowledge desirable.

Strong technical writing skills.

Ability to effectively represent information and respond to questions in a meeting

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION is an equal opportunity employer and practices affirmative action to recruit, hire, train, upgrade, transfer and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin,disability or protectedveteran status.