Validation Engineer

*Position: Validation Engineer - Navigation* *Location: Belmont, CA 94002* *Duration: 10+ Months* *Role requirements:* · BSCS with MSCS preferred. · Automotive electronics knowledge (4-6 years exp.) · Embedded and integrated automotive systems, system level thinking · Knowledge of Backend “cloud” infrastructure, Mobile networks (SMS wake up, Extended data set, Minimum data set, etc.) · Vehicle ECU coding experience and architecture including CAN and Ethernet/networking knowledge. · Some coding experience in Linux, Apple and Windows OS environments · Latest consumer electronics interests, specifically mobile phones, tablets and computers · Ability to interpret technical specifications. · Excellent oral and written communication skills · Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills · Must have a valid Driver’s License (CA) without points. If coming from out of state, must acquire a CA DL within 30 days of arrival. · Motivated team player, with positive attitude and strong work ethic *Knowledge in the following is a plus:* · CAN/CANalyzer/CANoe · How to use diagnostic tool to update ECU’s. *Responsibilities:* · System and concept validation · Create and update test procedures and plans in order to efficiently perform laboratory and test drives with a focus on North American market specifications. · Test execution and coordination. Lab and field test · Communicate test contents and results to VW Group using advanced equipment and standardized systems for error reporting, prepare regular project status reports. · Establish and maintain an error reporting database, cross-link objective quality results to other US specific test databases. · Error and Bug-Fix verification · Electronics test base in US for VW Group · Ensure actuality and function of test setups (systems and vehicles), maintain and operate infotainment test-bench systems. · Prepare vehicles for test drives. · Build-up, package, and integrate new prototypes into cars. · System and error analysis · Pre-analyze system behavior in error situations. · Derive reproducibility of system malfunction · Cluster and categorize error patterns. · Use state-of-the art testing, logging and analysis tools. Travel is estimated to be 15-20%. Job Type: Contract Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: * Belmont, CA 94002: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: * 25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person