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ALTEN Technology USA

Validation Engineer, Low Voltage Components

Foster City, California, United States$110k–$130kmidAdded 1 month ago

About this role

ALTEN Technology USA seeks a Validation Engineer to establish and execute comprehensive validation processes for low-voltage vehicle components, ensuring durability, reliability, and safety targets are met. You'll manage testing resources, analyze failure modes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support autonomous mobility development.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute test plans for mechanical, electrical, and environmental failure modes
  • Collaborate with design engineers to define and capture validation requirements
  • Select appropriate test assets, data acquisition systems, and sensors
  • Analyze test data and provide clear reporting of results
  • Support DFMEA activities to ensure comprehensive failure mode coverage
  • Manage internal, external, and supplier-led validation activities

What they're looking for

  • Test and validation (3-6 years experience with connectors, terminals, harnesses, low-voltage components)
  • Requirements management tools (Polarion or equivalent)
  • Lab equipment operation (DAQ, oscilloscopes, power supplies, thermocouples)
  • Automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, A2B communication)
  • Production processes (crimping, welding, stamping, molding)
  • USCAR, LV, and ISO automotive standards knowledge
  • Data analysis and technical reporting
  • Project management tools (JIRA, Kanban)

Benefits

  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Collaborative culture focused on engineering excellence
  • Work on cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology
  • Supportive, values-driven work environment
  • 5 days per week on-site in Foster City, CA
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ALTEN Technology USA

ALTEN Technology USA provides engineering validation, testing, and technical support services for automotive systems including connected vehicles, propulsion controls, infotainment, battery systems, and power electronics. The company is hiring validation engineers, test engineers, design engineers, and issue resolution specialists to develop test plans, verify compliance, investigate technical issues, and support product development across automotive hardware and software platforms.

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Likely interview questions

  • Walk us through your experience developing and executing test plans for low voltage components like connectors, terminals, or fusebox assemblies. What failure modes did you focus on?
  • Describe your hands-on experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, power supplies, and thermal measurement tools. Which have you used most extensively?
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