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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