Feature Validation Engineer

Job Description: Vehicle Feature Validation Engineer

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

• Collaborate with development and test teams to assess testing needs and review project requirements for

• Generate gap analysis reports to identify deficiencies and recommend improvements in test

• Provide time estimates for testing-related tasks and

• Manage detailed test plans in TestRail to ensure traceability and alignment with program

• Establish vehicle baselines and perform software updates per test

• Evaluate Feature Design Verification Methods (DVMs) and develop corresponding detailed test

• Create new test cases based on data analysis and system-specific

• Design and implement targeted test cases for evolving functional and non-functional

• Drive successful execution of validation activities to support final product

• Collaborate with FSEs, D&R engineers, and Program teams to complete required testing

• 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

• Communicate task progress and status proactively to designated

• 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

• Perform vehicle configurations and software updates to support

• Remove, install, and configure vehicle components (trims, modules, wiring, electronics) with

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related

• 2-3 years (Junior), 3+ Years (Intermediate), 5+ Years (Senior) of experience in automotive feature validation or system testing.

• Proficiency in TestRail, Jira, and

• Strong understanding of vehicle systems, diagnostics, and software update

• Hands-on experience with vehicle testing tools and data

• Excellent communication and documentation

• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple

Niranjan Joseph

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