Title: Validation Engineer
Type: Direct Hire
Location: Near Rockford, IL (onsite)
Pay: 95-125k + Bonus + Full Benefits + Other Perks
Please note: Relocation candidates are welcome! This is a direct hire role on w2. NO c2c, third parties, starting as contract or contract to hire, or 1099 here.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and execute validation and verification plans for electrical and electro-mechanical systems
- Translate design specifications into test cases and acceptance criteria
- Design, set up, and operate load/functional test configurations across multiple system scenarios
- Build and refine automated test fixtures and procedures for repeatability and efficiency
- Conduct validation on systems with motors, GUIs, and IoT connectivity
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (EFT, PQFP, HiPot, EMC testing, emissions)
- Collaborate with engineering teams on root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Document all test activities, including reports, traceability, and compliance records
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or related field
- 3+ years in validation/verification within product development
- Hands-on experience with load/functional testing, GUIs, and embedded systems
- Knowledge of schematics, electronic design standards, and test automation tools (LabVIEW, Python, etc.)
- Familiarity with EMC and regulatory testing for commercial products
- Strong analytical and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred
- Appliance or electro-mechanical systems industry experience
- Exposure to Agile, V-model, or waterfall product development cycles
- Understanding of environmental and stress testing (thermal, vibration, etc.)