Environmental Validation Engineer

Overview

EXPLEO GROUP USA is looking for an Environmental Validation Engineer to join a dynamic and expanding team in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze test service requests and customer specifications in collaboration with Product Project Team Members and Quality PTMs, challenging requirements and defining the final validation strategy.
• Develop detailed validation plans and test specifications that satisfy customer requirements while ensuring compliance with internal quality objectives.
• Define requirements for specialized test equipment, characterization benches, reliability test setups, and associated validation budgets.
• Schedule and coordinate validation activities while managing laboratory resources, including technicians, test equipment, tools, and facilities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between customers, project teams, and global validation laboratories for all environmental validation activities.
• Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to identify design improvements and ensure product performance and reliability targets are achieved.
• Manage tested part configurations, logistics, and traceability throughout validation activities.
• Lead Validation FMEA activities and contribute to software, hardware, and product design reviews.
• Participate in technical problem-solving activities, root cause investigations, and corrective action implementation.
• Oversee laboratory planning, test resource allocation, and validation cost management.
• Support and govern test setup, verification, and execution using environmental validation equipment including thermal chambers, ingress protection (IP) test systems, and associated laboratory tools.
• Collaborate with Methods & Tools teams to develop and improve validation processes, automated testing solutions, and test environments supporting Design Validation (DV) and Process Validation (PV).
• Oversee test script development activities utilizing National Instruments LabVIEW and TestStand platforms.
• Ensure all validation activities comply with automotive quality standards and engineering processes, including ASPICE and IATF/ISO requirements.
• Generate detailed test reports, conduct peer reviews, monitor validation progress, and communicate status updates to project stakeholders.
• Lead problem management activities by coordinating customer communications, failure investigations, defect tracking, and cross-functional review meetings.
• Drive laboratory efficiency improvements by reducing test cycle times, enhancing automation, and improving validation methodologies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to lessons learned activities across multiple projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, such as Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Test Engineering, Validation Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience developing and executing validation plans within automotive, electronics, or related industries.
• Proficiency with National Instruments LabVIEW and/or TestStand. LabVIEW certification is highly preferred.
• Programming experience using Python, Java, C, C++, or related languages.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and hardware interfaces including PXI, PCI, USB, RS232, and GPIB.
• Understanding of automotive electronic systems and test & validation methodologies.
• Experience with environmental validation and accelerated life testing.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical documentation, engineering drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with ASPICE, IATF 16949, ISO standards, and Quality Management Systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, failure analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global, and cross-functional environment.

• Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) or equivalent National Instruments certification.
• Experience with automated test benches and test process automation.
• Knowledge of embedded software, electronics validation, and hardware-in-the-loop testing environments.
• Experience supporting global engineering and validation programs.

What We Offer

At Expleo USA, we value expertise, innovation, and collaboration. By joining our client's team, you'll work on high-impact automotive validation programs while enjoying a supportive and technically engaging environment.

• Competitive Compensation - $60K - $90K annually. Final compensation is determined based on skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market-based rates by geography.
• Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Extensive Medical Plans, Dental, Vision, HSA with company contribution, company sponsored Life Insurance and Short / Long term disability insurance, a host of voluntary plans including legal, hospital, accident, pet wellness, and 401k with matching
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Career Development and Advancement – Expleo is a global company in 29 Countries worldwide with a high focus on development
• Strong Team Culture – Collaborate with experienced professionals who value precision, performance, and teamwork

Expleo is a trusted partner for end-to-end, integrated engineering, production support, MRO, and quality services, with a presence in over 30 countries. To find out more, visit www.expleogroup.com.

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