Validation Test Technician

Turn Wrenches Into Insights: Test What Drives Tomorrow's Vehicles

If you understand vehicles from bumper to code and enjoy troubleshooting both hardware and software, this role puts your skills to work in a hands-on, high-impact environment. A leading automotive engineering and validation organization is seeking a Validation Test Technician to support diagnostic tool and system validation in a real-world garage setting. This role is ideal for a self-driven technician who enjoys testing, documenting results, and collaborating with engineering teams to improve the customer diagnostic experience.

Hours & Pay

ay Rate: $27.50 per hour

Schedule: Full-time, minimum 40 hours per week during regular business hours

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This role offers the chance to work directly with evolving automotive technology while contributing to tools and systems used by technicians and customers alike. In addition to competitive hourly pay, the position provides access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account options, AD&D insurance, commuter and parking accounts, an employee assistance program, and employee discount programs-supporting both your career and well-being.

Daily Tasks & Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tool testing and execute assigned validation test procedures in a garage environment
• Inject faults into vehicle subsystems to simulate real-world failures
• Run system test cases to verify that diagnostic tools correctly identify injected faults
• Document pass/fail results and detailed findings in the validation test management system
• Create and log defects as needed based on test outcomes
• Collaborate with diagnostic engineers to communicate findings and testing insights
• Maintain awareness of current and emerging automotive technologies
• Participate in training to learn new vehicle systems, tools, and testing methods
• Support other validation team members as needed to meet program objectives

Qualifications & Requirements

• Working knowledge of vehicle mechanical systems and electronic control systems
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license with the ability to operate manual and automatic transmissions
• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week during normal business hours
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to identify testing inefficiencies
• General computer proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of automotive electronics and electrical schematics
• Previous dealership or repair technician experience
• ASE or Michigan Mechanic Certification (Master preferred)
• Bachelor's degree or two-year degree in an automotive-related field
• Two or more years of hands-on repair technician experience

Ready to Put Your Skills to the Test?

If you enjoy blending mechanical expertise with diagnostic validation and want to contribute to the future of vehicle service technology, this role is built for you. Click Apply Now to be considered for the Validation Test Technician opportunity and take the next step in your automotive career.

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