Validation Engineer 1

Strattec Security Corp.•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

STRATTEC Security Corporation is a leading global supplier of access and security systems for the automotive industry, driven by innovation and the latest technology. We offer exciting opportunities for individuals who thrive in a challenging environment, enjoy working with multiple customers and projects, and are passionate about researching new technologies. You will play a key role in helping STRATTEC pioneer advancements by collaborating closely with the world's largest automotive customers and electronic partners. We are seeking a candidate with a team-oriented attitude, a multidisciplinary background, and a passion for innovation. Leadership skills are desired to develop a new internal group. If you are motivated to build a team, possess strong skillsets, and enjoy seeing your ideas come to fruition, we encourage you to apply. SUMMARY The Validation Engineer will collaborate with Test Equipment Engineers, Product Teams, Advanced Quality Engineers (AQE), Quality Engineers (QE), and customers to interpret and develop product specifications, test methods, and test plans for product definition and validation. The ideal candidate will enjoy hands-on work in a dynamic setting and have prior automotive industry and testing experience. This role involves close collaboration with and training of Test Lab Technicians/Specialists, and interfacing with Test Equipment Engineers, Product Engineers, and AQE/QE to ensure a thorough understanding of performance specifications and products. The position requires a blend of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering knowledge, emphasizing the ability to learn new methods and skills. While the primary focus is on testing and test methods, the engineer may also support test quoting, test equipment maintenance and calibration, capital requisition and justification, and test fixture development, build, verification, and runoff.

Requirements

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
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.
Good oral and written English language skills.
Strong technical writing skills.
Ability to effectively represent information and respond to questions in a meeting

Nice To Haves

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
Ability to speak Spanish is preferred but not required.
German and/or Spanish language knowledge desirable.

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, cooperating with Test Engineers and Outside Engineering as required.
Review and interpret Customer Requirements and develop 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 plans and cost 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