Validation and Test Engineer

Validation and Test Development Engineer

Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying. On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies:https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/

This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence.

We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers.

Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

YOUR ROLE

Lead Validation Engineering activities for Active Safety projects.  This includes but is not limited to test plan development, customer interface, design team member, new hardware test technologies, writing/maintaining software applications and drivers, test hardware development, test software development, and process documentation.

In your daily job you will:

• Manage the Validation Process activities during the product design cycle from product concept to production launch.
• Manage critical path timing issues to ensure on time test completion.
• Responsible for requirements analysis and test plan generation.  
• Develop validation test procedures using success based test methods, extended life test methods, test to failure test methods, and overstress test methods.
• Analysis of test data and comparison to requirements.
• Develop test hardware and software necessary to validate Active Safety products. This includes, but is not limited to, procuring capital assets, developing test methods and fixtures, writing test software, designing analog and digital load boards for product stimulus, designing cables, and applying engineering principles as required.
• Analyze data. Create test summaries and reports.
• Support new business activities.
• Participate in product development team activities and interface with customers.

YOUR BACKGROUND

Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:

• Proven ability to identify and solve complex engineering problems. 
• Programming experience in C/C++ (NI LabWindows), NI LabView, and NI TestStand.
• A strong working knowledge of computers, MS Office applications, and a drawing package such as Visio, Multisim, and etc. is required.  
• Familiarity with Agile process, requirements traceability management tools, software source control tools.
• Familiarity with automated test equipment: i.e. DMM, ARB, power supply, oscilloscopes, generators, radar target simulators, and etc.  NI PXI/PXIe experience preferred.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols, such as CAN/CAN-FD, Automotive Ethernet, LVDS, and etc.
• Experience with basic circuit design.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a concentration in Electronics, Electrical Engineering (EE), Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE), or Electrical Engineering Technology (EET).

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement

APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW! 

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