Powertrain Validation Engineer

Role: Charger Validation

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Location: Bay area, CA.

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Responsibilities

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● Execute verification and validation testing for vehicles ↔ charger interoperability across various supplier DC charging systems.

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● Develop and implement test cases derived from interoperability and conformance standards (e.g., CCS, ISO 15118, DIN 70121) in collaboration with Powertrain Engineering, Firmware, and Integration/Validation teams.

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● Create structured test plans and maintain comprehensive test suites, ensuring clear documentation to support engineering design decisions.

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● Configure, operate, and troubleshoot test equipment, including engineering tools (e.g., Vector CANoe, CANalyzer), power supplies, electronic loads, and charging test assets.

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● Manage test infrastructure, including hardware configurations, equipment calibration, software versions, and test documentation.

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● Investigate field issues by analyzing vehicle and charging logs (CAN, Ethernet), performing root cause analysis, validating fixes, and driving issues to closure.

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● Support integration, commissioning, and supplier validation activities, requiring up to 50% travel to various field sites.

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Qualifications

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● 3–5 years of experience in EV charging systems, including charging session analysis and validation.

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● Strong understanding of EV/EVSE charging fundamentals, interoperability, and vehicle-level validation.

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● Solid knowledge of DC fast charging technologies and global standards such as ○ SAE J1772

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○ SAE J3400

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○ DIN 70121

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○ ISO 15118

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○ IEC 61851

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● Experience analyzing communication protocols such as CAN, PLC, and serial interfaces using tools like CANalyzer, PCAN View, Wireshark, and terminal interfaces.

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● Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet, SPI, I2C).

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● Experience working safely with high-voltage systems (up to ~500 VDC) and AC power systems (single- and three-phase).

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● Ability to thrive in a fast-paced development environment with strong collaboration and communication skills.

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● BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or a related field.