What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Feature Validation Engineer position at e-IT Professionals Corp.?
Role: Vehicle Feature Validation Engineer
Location: Dearborn, MI (Onsite)
Type: Contract (W2)
Job Description
- 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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