Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.
Ready to tackle the challenges of the autonomous and connected car revolution?
Valeo Vision Systems, based in Tuam, Co. Galway, Ireland, is a world-leading global automotive supplier, and center of excellence on autonomous and connected cars, and digital mobility.
If you are interested in technological innovation in the automotive sector, then Valeo is where you need to be.
Valeo Ireland is a winner of multiple awards, including the Use of Research and Development and winner of the Best use of Robotics. Valeo puts you right at the heart of our technology development, delivering on real-time projects, where you will grow and thrive working on advanced technologies for greener, safer and smarter mobility.
The Role
The Graduate Test Engineer position is based within the Valeo Industrial department and will primarily support senior team members in the Research, Design & Delivery of Series Production Test Solutions for New Products to meet Project Milestones. This is a diverse position where the successful applicant will be supporting all aspects of the project(s).
Your challenges
General
* Drive Test Engineering best practices including S/W & H/W standardisation from Prototyping through to Series Production.
* Deliver all P1 projects as per Industrial Test Engineering Guidelines
* Provide requirements to Design For Test, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis & ProductDesign Reviews
* Support Test Specification delivery from R&D Project Engineer
* Complete Test Coverage reports
* Deliver Technical developments to support Test requirements
* Complete and Ensure acceptable Capabilities and Gage repeatability and reproducibility on all measurable parameters identified in the Test Specification
* Create and deploy Good and Bad Test Parts
* Work closely with Test Tools Development and Project Teams in delivering new projects
* Provide training to Technician/Engineering Group as part of Project handover to Production
* Support New Production Equipment Deliveries
Software Development
* Development/ Integration/ Testing of Product Test Sequences
* Ensure all Software supplied by you or 3rd parties are sufficiently tested as per best practice before deploying to production systems
* Ensure all software is version controlled and has a traceable change history.
* Develop Test Sequences on existing Bespoke Test sequencer and NI Test Platforms.
Hardware Development
* Integration of Test applications to Automated Production Processes
* Liaise with P1 Design Engineers (Hardware/Software & Mechanical), Process Engineering in the Design, Development and Delivery of Test System Solutions and provide input/updates to Design For Test, Design For Manufacturing,Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis & Design Reviews.
* Specify and Design test fixtures, considering Poka Yoke techniques, etc.
* Support design and development of all fixturing required for your process
Validation/Qualification
* Generation of Qualification Plan and statistical data to validate product test strategy
* Ensure the change control process is strictly adhered to and that where relevant changes are presented to the Technical committees
* Ensure the Install, Operational and Process Qualifications are strictly followed
* Ensure where relevant the deviation and Engineering Change Request and Engineering Change Order processes are strictly followed
* Timing Plans required for all projects
* Best Documentation practice to be followed at all times
* Generation of Technical & Training documentation where required
Let's talk about you
Personal Attributes
* Genuine interest and curiosity in engineering topics and Industrial engineering
* Methodical problem solver capable of applying problem solving techniques
* High level of enthusiasm and motivation and able to take input from others
* Ability to communicate complex technical issues in English to different audiences in both written and verbal forms, e.g. reports, specifications, presentations
Education
* Bachelor Degree/Diploma in Electronics Engineering/Mechatronics or Equivalent
Professional Experience
* NI LabView and TestStand knowledge are considered beneficial.
* Software Programming Skills C, C++ or similar are considered beneficial.
* General Software Packages skills Microsoft Office Suite, Minitab, etc.
* Knowledge of Automotive Video and Communication standards are considered beneficial.
* Knowledge of Automation equipment (Sensors, I/O, PLCs, Robotics) are considered beneficial.
* Experience in document writing is required, i.e. procedures, specifications, reports, etc.
* Knowledge of CAD packages, CadStar, SolidWorks, etc would be beneficial.
* Must have excellent debug and problem solving skills.