Validation Engineer

2 days ago

California, United States Pi Square Technologies Full-time
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Automotive Validation Engineer to support system testing and validation of ECU power management functions, including Sleep/Wakeup behavior, Reset functionality, and power mode transitions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in automotive ECU validation, CAN/LIN communication, Vector tools, and test automation.

Key Responsibilities
Develop test plans, test cases, test procedures, and validation reports for ECU Sleep/Wakeup and Reset functionalities. Validate ECU power state transitions, including Run, Sleep, Standby, and Wakeup modes. Test wakeup sources such as CAN, LIN, Ignition, Network Management, and GPIO triggers. Validate Power-On Reset, Watchdog Reset, Software Reset, and Brown-Out Reset scenarios. Execute system-level testing using ECU benches, HIL setups, and vehicle platforms. Analyze CAN/CAN FD and LIN traces to identify failures and perform root cause analysis. Track defects and collaborate with software, systems, and integration teams to resolve issues. Support test automation and continuous validation activities. Ensure compliance with system requirements, test specifications, and OEM standards. Required Technical Skills Hands-on experience in automotive ECU system testing and validation. Strong understanding of ECU power management, Sleep/Wakeup behavior, Reset functionality, and power state transitions. Experience with CAN, CAN FD, LIN, and UDS diagnostics. Proficiency in Vector CANoe, CANalyzer, and related automotive testing tools. Experience developing test plans, test cases, test procedures, and validation reports. Knowledge of test automation and defect management processes. Strong debugging, trace analysis, and troubleshooting skills. Education Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.