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Vehicle Feature Validation Engineer.
Vehicle Feature Validation Engineer.Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group • Dearborn, MI, United States
Vehicle Feature Validation Engineer.

Vehicle Feature Validation Engineer.

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group • Dearborn, MI, United States
9 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

  • Each engineer will lead validation efforts by performing gap analyses, developing and executing test cases, and
  • supporting vehicle preparation and issue resolution. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional
  • teams to ensure robust feature validation and timely program milestones.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Track and manage electrical module software for Body, Chassis, and Electrical domains.
  • Collaborate with development and test teams to assess testing needs and review project requirements for
  • testability.
  • Generate gap analysis reports to identify deficiencies and recommend improvements in test coverage.
  • Provide time estimates for testing-related tasks and deliverables.
  • Manage detailed test plans in TestRail to ensure traceability and alignment with program milestones.
  • Establish vehicle baselines and perform software updates per test requirements.
  • Evaluate Feature Design Verification Methods (DVMs) and develop corresponding detailed test cases.
  • Create new test cases based on data analysis and system-specific requirements.
  • Design and implement targeted test cases for evolving functional and non-functional needs.
  • Drive successful execution of validation activities to support final product signoffs.
  • Collaborate with FSEs, D&R engineers, and Program teams to complete required testing activities.
  • Execute scheduled in-vehicle test runs aligned with FSO deadlines across various programs, model years,
  • and variants.
  • Document results and issues using Ford internal systems such as TestRail, Jira, and Confluence Wiki.
  • Communicate task progress and status proactively to designated leaders.
  • Report test outcomes, defects, and blockers in a timely manner; create Jira tickets to support visibility and
  • decision-making.
  • Deliver Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) for each release within the configuration management
  • system.
  • Perform vehicle configurations and software updates to support testing.
  • Remove, install, and configure vehicle components (trims, modules, wiring, electronics) with precision.

    • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
  • 2-3 years (Junior), 3+ Years (Intermediate), 5+ Years (Senior) of experience in automotive feature validation
  • or system testing.
  • Proficiency in TestRail, Jira, and Confluence.
  • Strong understanding of vehicle systems, diagnostics, and software update processes.
  • Hands-on experience with vehicle testing tools and data analysis.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.
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