Cindavi ยท 1 day ago
Validation Engineer
Greater Chicago Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$105K/yr - $120K/yr
10+ years expCindavi is focused on the EV revolution and energy transition, seeking a Validation Engineer to ensure the reliability and performance of battery diagnostic systems. This hands-on role involves leading validation efforts for automotive systems and high-voltage EV platforms, with a significant impact on product quality and customer experience.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Alex Doyle
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive validation test plans for electromechanical systems that include embedded electronics, sensors, relays, and power electronics
Build and instrument complex hardware test setups involving DC power systems, mechanical interfaces, cabling, enclosures, loads, and thermal management
Use lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, DAQ systems, power supplies, thermal chambers, and custom fixtures to run validation protocols
Analyze electrical signals and mechanical performance to troubleshoot issues and drive root-cause resolution in cross-functional teams
Manage validation timelines to support hardware development milestones and release cycles
Coordinate with external labs for regulatory, environmental, vibration, thermal, and EMC testing
Own product compliance, qualification activities, and certification work needed for design release
Author validation plans, test protocols, reports, and supporting engineering documentation
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline
Minimum 10 years of experience validating electromechanical hardware systems
Proven ability diagnosing mixed-signal, power, and electromechanical issues in lab environments
Experience using LabVIEW or similar tools for test automation
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
401K plan with company match.
Annual bonus and profit sharing opportunities.
12 vacation days per year (prorated based on start date), 5 emergency PTO days, and 10 paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Onsite wellness screenings, flu shots, and subsidized health club memberships.
Free charging stations for hybrid and electric vehicles.
Discounts with automotive suppliers.
Weekly breakfast or lunch provided as an appreciation perk.
Company
Cindavi
Cindavi is a technical recruiting firm built for engineering and life-sciences companies that cannot afford slow, low-quality hiring.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase