Test & Validation Engineer

Kickmaker

• $95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in automotive testing and validation
  • Strong hands-on expertise with Vector tools (CANape, CANoe, CANalyzer)
  • Proficiency in National Instruments hardware and LabVIEW for automated testing
  • In-depth understanding of vehicle networks including CAN, LIN, and Ethernet
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Effective communication abilities among cross-functional teams
  • Preferably familiar with IPEmotion for vehicle testing

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain vehicle and test bench procedures for ECUs
  • Execute and analyze data acquisition using National Instruments and LabVIEW
  • Simulate and validate vehicle networks using Vector tools
  • Collaborate with hardware and software teams to optimize system performance
  • Prepare comprehensive technical reports on test outcomes and issues
  • Support initiatives for test automation and procedure improvements
  • Perform troubleshooting for complex vehicle integration systems

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and welfare coverage
  • Paid time off to promote work-life balance
  • Global profit-sharing scheme based on company performance
  • 401(k) plan to support retirement savings
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Test & Validation Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with vehicle network testing, ECU validation, and automated test bench development. You will work on cutting-edge projects involving electric and conventional vehicles, ensuring the highest standards of system performance and reliability.

What you'll do

Test & Validation Engineer - EV Test Benches & Vehicle Integration

Develop, execute, and maintain vehicle and bench testing procedures for ECUs and embedded systems.

Use Vector tools (CANape, CANoe, CANalyzer) to simulate, monitor, and validate vehicle networks (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet).

Perform data acquisition and analysis using National Instruments hardware and LabVIEW software.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, and vehicle integration) to troubleshoot and optimize system performance.

Utilize IPEmotion (preferred).

Prepare technical reports documenting test results, issues, and recommendations.

Support continuous improvement initiatives for test procedures, automation, and instrumentation setups.

Required Qualifications

Proven experience with Vector tools (CANape, CANoe, CANalyzer) in automotive environments.

Proficient with National Instruments hardware and LabVIEW for test automation and data acquisition.

Strong understanding of vehicle networks and embedded systems.

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with IPEmotion for vehicle testing.

Familiarity with ECU validation and vehicle system integration.

Your adventure at Kickmaker

At Kickmaker you'll work on5-10 projects annually, choosing from a wide range of industries : from robotics, medical devices, fitness tech, and automotive, to micro-mobility, beauty tech, sports exoskeletons, and AI-driven hardware.

Your path evolves with your curiosity: we help you grow where your professional ambitions and personal passions meet, always connected to the latest tech breakthroughs.

We offer abenefits packagedesigned to support you and your family while keeping costs low. This includes health and welfare coverage, paid time off for rest and renewal, and a global profit-share scheme (paid bi-annually, based on company performance) so you share in our success. You can also join our 401(k) plan to invest in your future.

Flexible working :We believe flexibility makes us stronger. We offer alternative schedules and the option to work remotely for part of your week - supporting both your well-being and work-life balance.

$95,000 - $115,000 a year

If you've ever looked at a product and thought, "I could build this better," let's talk.

Send us your portfolio, GitHub, or even a wild side project. Surprise us.

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