Product Validation Engineer – Automotive Electrical Systems (High-Voltage Wiring Harness)

Location: Allen Park (MI) | Employment Type: Full Time - 40 hours per week | Job Level: T3 | Work Preference: Hybrid | Job Code: 243847

Job Description:

Job Title

Product Validation Engineer – Automotive Electrical Systems (High-Voltage Wiring Harness)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Product Validation Engineer to lead Design Verification Planning (DVP) and Product Validation (PV) activities for automotive electrical systems, with a primary focus on high-voltage wiring harnesses. This position is responsible for validation planning, cross-functional coordination, supplier collaboration, testing support, quality activities, and execution through vehicle launch. This is a validation leadership role and not a traditional Design & Release engineering position.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 days per week onsite)

Key Responsibilities

Lead Design Verification Planning (DVP) and Product Validation (PV) activities.
Develop validation strategies, test plans, and prototype requirements.
Coordinate validation efforts with engineering, suppliers, manufacturing, and testing teams.
Track validation progress, engineering changes, and program milestones.
Support vehicle launches, quality improvements, and warranty investigations.
Lead Technical Design Reviews (TDRs).
Maintain validation documentation.
Support DFMEA, PPAP, APQP, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities.
Lead cross-functional validation efforts involving engineering, suppliers, quality, and manufacturing teams.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred; Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering accepted).
5–10 years of automotive engineering experience.
5–10 years of experience with automotive electrical systems or wiring harnesses.
Experience leading Design Verification (DV) and Product Validation (PV).
Experience creating and managing Design Verification Plans (DVPs).
Experience with automotive product development processes.
Vehicle launch experience.
Knowledge of GPDS.
Experience using TeamCenter and/or CATIA.
Knowledge of PPAP, DFMEA, and APQP.
Experience with root cause analysis, 8D, and Six Sigma methodologies.
Strong cross-functional leadership and supplier coordination skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Engineering or a related field.
Experience with high-voltage wiring harnesses.
Experience with Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS).
Manufacturing or validation engineering experience.
Experience with bench, dyno, or vehicle testing.
Cost estimation experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Experience with 3DX, WERS, Falcon, RPS, eCAR, or DCCS/ACCS.
Familiarity with AI productivity tools.

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At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.

Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.

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