Hardware Validation Engineer

Hardware Validation Engineer

Contract Type:

Contractor

Location:

Hughson

Industry:

Automotive

Contact Name:

Taylor Proudfoot

Contact Phone:

marketingsupport@hydrogengroup.com

Date Published:

02-Sep-2025

Job Title: Hardware Validation Engineer

Location: Hughson, CA

Pay Rate:$76–$81/hr

Duration: 1-year contract

Top 3 Must-Haves

  • Lead the full validation process: create DVPs, update with DFMEA inputs, run tests, and drive improvements.
  • Be hands-on with tools: set up DAQs (Data Acquisition), run diagnostics, and build basic automation setups.
  • Strong communication skills to work closely with system engineers and test vendors, ensuring tests are completed correctly, on time, and within budget.

Top 3 Nice-to-Haves

  • Experience with CAN tools and diagnostics (e.g., CANalyzer, CANoe).
  • Basic scripting or programming skills (Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW) for data parsing and test automation.
  • Mechanical aptitude and understanding of electrical systems; comfortable working around fixtures, prototype hardware, and performing mechanical adjustments or troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Validation Planning & Criteria Development

  • Develop and manage comprehensive validation plans for mechatronic systems and sub-systems, ensuring design and performance requirements are met.
  • Establish testing criteria for accurate results, including sample size, statistical analysis, and attribute vs. variable testing.

Test Plan Development

  • Create detailed test specifications and plans for validating automotive mechatronic systems.
  • Update validation plans to incorporate new requirements or design controls arising from DFMEA reviews.

Component and System Validation

  • Perform validation testing on mechatronic components (sensors, actuators, controllers) and sub-systems.
  • Control and monitor vehicle mechatronic systems during tests, identifying and troubleshooting potential failures.
  • Collaborate with development engineers to resolve issues identified during validation testing.

Vendor Collaboration & Test Procedure Review

  • Work closely with external testing vendors to quote, source, and schedule validation tests within program budgets and timelines.
  • Review and ensure that vendor test procedures meet requirements and company standards.

Data Logging & Analysis

  • Set up data logging systems to collect relevant test data and manage test reports according to record retention policies.
  • Analyze test data to identify performance metrics, deviations, and potential failures, providing recommendations for improvement.

Hands-on Prototyping & Testing

  • Develop CAD models with project teams for validation-specific tools, including fixtures and applicators, to support testing.
  • Continuously improve and revise test methodologies based on feedback and lessons learned.

Report Management & Continuous Improvement

  • Catalog, prepare, and manage internal and external test reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to validation policies.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to testing processes, tools, and methodologies.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field.

Experience

  • 3+ years in automotive testing and validation, primarily focusing on mechatronic systems.

Technical Skills

  • Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical lab tools and equipment.
  • Experience with test equipment, control, data acquisition systems, and instrumentation.
  • Knowledge of vehicle diagnostic tools (CAN, LIN) and automation programming for testing.
  • Data analysis skills using MATLAB, Python, Diadem, or similar tools.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with electrical and mechanical hardware troubleshooting experience.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Hands-on experience with test automation using Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or other embedded platforms.
  • Experience using Jira, Jama, and Confluence.
  • Experience with CAD design for validation tooling and test automation.

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