Testing and Validation/PS-CC/EAC
Core
Own and guide the connector validation domain for new product development, change validation, and field issue replication, ensuring product safety and compliance with industry standards.
Role type
Senior IC validation engineer (connectors)
Builds
Modular and scalable validation frameworks covering mechanical, electrical, and environmental testing of connector systems.
Domain
Automotive/Industrial connector systems and reliability engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical testing (durability, retention force, wear analysis), Electrical testing (contact resistance, insulation resistance, signal integrity), Environmental testing (thermal shock, humidity, vibration, IP ratings), Root cause analysis (RCA, FMEA, 8D), Lab management, Test automation (LabVIEW/TestStand), Design for Reliability (DfR), Standardization (USCAR, IEC, ISO, JOEM), Cross-functional leadership, Technical documentation
Preferred skills
Automotive/aerospace/rail/medical domain experience, Plastic injection molding tooling knowledge, Sheet metal forming/stamping knowledge, High Voltage EV connector experience, DRBFM/focus matrix knowledge, Project management tools (MS Project)
Technologies
LabVIEW, TestStand, SEM, FEA, Environmental chambers
Responsibilities
Define validation plans aligned with product safety and customer specifications, Design and execute mechanical, electrical, and environmental test programs, Drive root cause analysis for field failures, Manage internal test lab capabilities and equipment selection, Mentor junior engineers and validation teams, Lead cross-functional design reviews and support DfR principles, Author and enforce testing protocols and lab SOPs, Serve as technical liaison with customers and certification bodies, Evaluate and implement updates to testing standards
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities