Validation Engineer

Magna International•Southfield, MI

About The Position

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with 5 years of experience in an engineering automotive environment.
Technical Understanding of environmental level testing, temperature, vibration, humidity, enclosure, and associated electrical type tests.
Technical Understanding of Electrical and EMC level testing.
Computer proficiency (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, outlook, Project).
Demonstrated ability in the creation of Validation Test Plans.
Knowledge of Validation customer requirements (i.e. GMW3172, CS-1189, CETP 00.00-E-412, European OEM’s, etc..).
Demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills to prioritize, coordinate projects, manage conflicting needs, and deal with many issues at one time.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with engineering teams, customers (OEMs), and external suppliers through clear, professional written and verbal communication.
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, coordinate, and integrate internal data and clearly articulate concepts, ideas, and other issues relating to test, hardware, and software.
Must be able to work independently.
Must be able to operate standard and specialized equipment related to the job, needs to have experience using test equipment, DMM, Oscilloscope, Video Scope.
Ability to calculate and analyze data, generate reports, present information, etc.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively influence cross-functional teams at multiple organizational levels.
Demonstrated ability to thoroughly research, recommend, present information and oversee implementation of new products, materials, and processes.
Excellent communication/negotiation skills. Communicates and works with peers in a positive, cooperative way, maintain productive relationships with key functional areas.
Strong leadership skills. Must be able to work independent for action or decision.
Must proactively engage in direct communication (phone or face-to-face) to resolve topics efficiently, using email as a follow-up or documentation tool rather than only communication tool.
Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively, share knowledge, and support teams across Validation Engineering, Validation Tools Engineering, local Magna laboratories staff.

Nice To Haves

AI tools may be used for initial screening of applications.

Responsibilities

Developing validation test plans and timing schedules to support program objectives for the validation of automotive components.
Analyzing requirements, developing test plans, estimating costs and quoting, coordinating purchase orders, aligning with external laboratory personnel before testing, and facilitating overall test execution.
Coordinating test setup activities with Validation Tools Engineers and ensuring proper implementation of test stands and EMC test preparation, including all associated hardware and software.
Overseeing EMC testing execution, ensuring continuous test activity, and conducting on-site visits to external laboratories as needed.
Creating and maintaining test procedures, work instructions, data analysis reports, and standard forms.
Reviewing and understanding customer requirements in depth.
Creating Detailed Test plans, and Product Verification Plan & Reports (PVP&Rs).
Interfacing with customer/design team for test plan approvals and test results reviews.
Supporting engineering design team meetings and leading discussions to obtain necessary inputs and deliverables for Validation Testing.
Evaluating and providing applicable and accurate test proposals based on modules/design changes, Electrical, Mechanical, or manufacturing processes.
Creating and maintaining accurate and detailed timing plans using Microsoft Project, including baselining, actual dates, and efficient resource assignment.
Interfacing with design team, EE for Electrical and Electronic detailed design deliverables, ME for Mechanical properties, SYS for Requirements and intended vehicle functionality/module orientations, SW for product’s functionality and issue resolution.
Initiating and overseeing mechanical design activities for Vibration and Environmental test fixtures development, working closely with Mechanical engineers for approval and suggestions.
Performing applicable studies to ensure Vibration fixtures do not add resonance to the end product and that Environmental fixtures are compliant with the application.
Root causing failure modes detected during validation testing and troubleshooting.
Applying structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D) to determine whether issues are related to the product or test setup, and leading investigations to identify true root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
Analyzing data, developing tools, macros, or automated solutions to optimize data processing; analyzing test results to identify trends under varying conditions (temperature, voltage, and current), and presenting findings in clear, well-structured formats.
Coordinating and tracking testing, ensuring test lab meets testing quality, timing, and deadlines.
Providing capability to test products and monitoring during test.
Returning testers/equipment/harnesses for verification purposes after testing and ensuring all channels work and harnesses are inspected for the next round.
Providing training on tester operation, expectations from specific projects, and real-time data screens.
Following up on daily test status, retrieving data, and analyzing it.
Ensuring all tests start on time and meet test profiles, and that data is captured.
Performing all testing/tasks stated in the DVP&R, including environmental procedures, cross sections, and visual inspections.
Supporting on-site visits to external laboratories and suppliers as required.
Maintaining Validation Testing items up to date in the Validation Tools System (Equipment, Test Schedule, Test Status, Storage, Deliverables) on a daily basis.
Performing testing, creating/moving setups, and starting/monitoring tests.
Reviewing DFMEA for possible situations that might be seen during testing and enriching the test plan.
Understanding the Product Delivery Process and following Magna internal processes.
Managing at least four simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment while adapting to changing program needs.
Supporting the quoting process by providing engineering hours and associated testing costs.
Documenting validation failures (Environmental/Electrical/EMC) in the applicable tool.