Q1 Technologies, Inc.
Validation Engineer Automotive (interior and exterior lighting features)

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LIGHTING VALIDATION ENGINEER
Gaydon, UK - 4 days onsite in a week
Full time role
About the Role
The purpose of this role is to be a Validation Engineer for interior and exterior lighting features, including planning and execution of static and dynamic validation which will include assessments in hours of darkness.
Key Performance Indicators
- Validation plans executed accurately, comprehensively, and on time.
- Error states detected, raised, and tracked through to resolution.
- Certification delivered on time and with no outstanding items.
- Equipment maintained, calibrated, and available for use when required.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Essential:
- Experience of working in vehicle validation.
- Willingness to support validation activity in hours of darkness.
- Logical in approach and ability to process complex test cases.
- Knowledge and experience of Agile principles.
- Good organisational skills, e.g. managing multiple inputs to deliver an effective plan.
- Full driving licence.
- Class 3 – Advanced Road Driving permit.
- GPA – Gaydon Proving Ground Access.
- Flexibility in working hours.
- Good verbal and written communications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Track record as an effective team player with strong interpersonal skills.


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