What are the responsibilities and job description for the Validation Engineer position at Keypixel Software Solutions?
Validation Engineer
Introduction
This is a hands-on test/validation engineering role supporting machine testing at Tucson Proving Ground. The engineer will spend most of their time in the field working directly with machines, collecting test data, troubleshooting issues, and validating software/features. The role requires a strong combination of validation, troubleshooting, communication, and basic controls/electrical diagnostic skills.
Responsibilities
- Working directly on machines
- Executing test plans
- Collecting and analyzing test data
- Diagnosing machine issues
- Supporting validation activities
- Working outdoors in proving ground/desert environment
- Meetings with software development teams
- Reviewing new features
- Test planning
- Documentation and reporting
Requirements
Top Skills Required
- Validation/Test Engineering Experience
Hiring manager wants candidates who understand:
- Test execution
- Test plan creation
- Test plan review
- Validation environments
- End-product testing
Strong backgrounds include:
- Mobile equipment
- Heavy machinery
- Automotive
- Aerospace/Aircraft validation
- Large equipment testing
- Troubleshooting Skills
Candidate should be able to:
- Investigate machine faults
- Analyze error codes
- Differentiate software vs hardware issues
- Perform structured root cause analysis
- Follow systematic troubleshooting methods
- Electrical Diagnostics
Preferred experience with:
- Digital Multimeter (DMM)
- Reading basic schematics
- Harness continuity checks
- Electrical troubleshooting fundamentals
- Linux Knowledge
Not a software development role, but candidates should:
- Be comfortable using Linux
- Execute basic commands
- Navigate diagnostic environments
- Work with laptops during data collection/testing
- Communication Skills
Must effectively:
- Work with software teams
- Report issues clearly
- Document findings
- Communicate troubleshooting results
Preferred Tools
- CANape
- CANalyzer
- CAN-based data analysis tools
Experience Level
Overall Experience:
- Preferred: 2-4 years
Validation Experience:
- Around 2 years preferred
entry level candidates may be considered if they have:
- Relevant internships
- Strong autonomous systems projects
- Closely aligned testing experience
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Execute machine test plans
- Collect field test data
- Monitor machine performance
- Investigate error codes
- Perform hardware/software fault isolation
- Work with software development teams
- Analyze test results
- Support validation activities
- Document findings and recommendations