Design & Validation Test Engineer

Position Title: Design & Validation Test Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Newark, California USA Role Summary:This role is intended to support Design Validation (DV) activities, specifically LV124 electrical stress testing, E‑Fuse inrush current characterization and environmental testing.These tests are critical to meeting Client requirements, validating ECU robustness under electrical stress, and reducing program risk ahead of key milestones.This test engineer position will support execution and documentation of DV testing under the guidance of senior engineers. Key Responsibilities:Support execution of LV124 electrical stress tests per approved test plans and internal specificationsAssist with E‑Fuse inrush current testing, including test setup, waveform capture, and preliminary analysisConfigure and operate laboratory equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, current probes, and electronic loadsDocument test conditions, results, and observations to support DV/PV reportingOrganize waveform data, plots, and test artifacts for engineering reviewWork closely with senior DV engineers to ensure coverage, schedule adherence, and safe lab operations Typical Day in the Role:Purpose of the Team: The purpose of this team is to perform electrical and environmental testing, including operation of thermal chambers and power supplies.Key projects: This role supports the development and validation of electrical equipment through hands‑on testing, data collection, and in‑house reporting. Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition:Strong foundational experience for anyone pursuing hardware engineeringSkills are transferable across multiple industries, including automotiveBuilds a versatile and highly applicable technical skillsetIdeal for interns or recent graduates looking to grow quickly in a hands‑on environment. Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fieldBasic understanding of automotive electrical Candidate Requirements:Years of Experience Required: 1-2 overall years of experience in the field.Degrees or certifications required: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field requiredExperience working at an OEM or Tier 1 supplier is a significant advantagePrior work in a dedicated test house is highly beneficialScripting proficiency and the ability to automate test processes are strong plusesPerformance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on meeting deadlines.Why work through Contechs?Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment. How to ApplyIf you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit the below page where we offer up to £600 referral fee: https://www.contechs.com/refer