Validation Engineer

INNIO•Waukesha, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

By combining a rich legacy in the power and gas compression space with pioneering technology, INNIO brings our customers affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions for today—and tomorrow. As a very successful company, we are experiencing significant growth in the United States. Today, we help meet the world's energy needs with 64 GW of installed capacity and 48,000 of our powerful Jenbacher and Waukesha engines, which can be found in more than 100 countries. By harnessing our history of energy industry firsts, along with the power of digital innovation, we will continue to deliver for the future. Welcome to a World of Innovation and Inspiration. Welcome to INNIO! Join our R&D Lab Engineering team as a Validation Engineer and play a critical role in ensuring the performance, durability, and reliability of next‑generation engine systems. In this role, you will work hands‑on with engines, collaborate across engineering disciplines, and help shape product decisions by delivering high‑quality test plans, data, and technical insights. If you enjoy solving real engineering problems, designing meaningful tests, and working closely with mechanical, performance, and controls teams, this is an opportunity to make your expertise count.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
At least 2 years’ experience in engine, component, or system testing/validation OR a strong academic foundation in these areas.
Working knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, validation methods, and the V‑model.
Understanding of reciprocating engine technology, systems, calibration, and software integration.
Strong analytical mindset, communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional environment.
Comfortable operating in an international, multi‑disciplinary environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an industrial or R&D lab environment.
Experience collaborating with global engineering teams.
Strong technical acumen in engines and validation methods.
Excellent collaboration and communication across disciplines.
Ownership of timelines, accuracy, and detailed execution of validation plans.

Responsibilities

Lead and Execute Validation Activities
Support DFMEA and DVP&R development and contribute to risk identification and mitigation.
Collaborate with Engine Development teams (Mechanical, Performance, and Controls) to define realistic, executable validation plans.
Develop clear test plans with meaningful pass/fail criteria and support unbiased assessment of results.
Drive Communication & Technical Alignment
Coordinates the communication of test plans, intent, and priorities between engineering requestors and the test lab team.
Escalate issues, risks, or roadblocks to ensure timely resolution and alignment.
Own Validation Planning & Test Execution
Coordinate DVP&R roll‑up across engineering disciplines and support creation of master product‑level validation plans.
Prepare input for field validation requests in partnership with system and component owners.