Entry Level Validation Engineer Jobs
New grad validation engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site and hybrid settings across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Apple, and CAI hiring at this level now.
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Role: Python Test Automation Engineer - OTA Validation
Location: Dearborn, MI – Onsite
Rate: $35/hr on W2 without benefits
Contract role
Job description:
Required:
- BS in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent
- Good Experience in OTA SW Upgrade / Downgrade
- Experience in creating Software updates and deploy Over-the-air (OTA)
- Experience in ECU Flashing, performing software updates via OTA, wire flashing and/or USB in a vehicle (fleet updates)
- Experience Performing Stress, functional, feature & Core hotfix Testing for various modules in targeted time frame and runs.
- Validation experience in over-the-air updates for components 3G/4G TCUs, NAVI, HMI Modules
- Creating test strategies, plans, and execute cycles using Jira
- Capture the MLT logs and identify the root cause of the OTA issues
- Test Automation using Python, C#, ECU Test etc.
- Good Experience in HIL Validation Platforms like DSPACE, In Vehicle Automation Testing, experience in Testing Tools like Vector CANOE, CANALYZER etc.
- Good Experience / Knowledge working on Issue management, Defect Management and Version Management tools like JIRA, Github, SVN etc.
- Effectively collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to address and resolve open issues.
- Coordinate with Product Owners and Feature Owners to clearly understand business requirements and feature functionality.
- Conduct defect status and review meetings with stakeholders, including cloud, Mobile app, TCU, BCM, and suppliers
- Good Knowledge of UDS Protocol, Validating Diag over CAN, DOIP, CAN, LIN Protocols etc.
- Knowledge of CAN Flash by using DET tool and analyze logs by using CANoe/CANalyzer tool and recover (partial-brick) modules in-vehicle using various DET methods
- Knowledge of ECU Test, CAPL Scripting etc. would be added advantage
- Should be able to support DevOps Team in developing scripts for CI/CD using Python and validating the same
Email: roopesh@lorventech.com
Role: Python Test Automation Engineer - OTA Validation
Location: Dearborn, MI – Onsite
Rate: $35/hr on W2 without benefits
Contract role
Job description:
Required:
- BS in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent
- Good Experience in OTA SW Upgrade / Downgrade
- Experience in creating Software updates and deploy Over-the-air (OTA)
- Experience in ECU Flashing, performing software updates via OTA, wire flashing and/or USB in a vehicle (fleet updates)
- Experience Performing Stress, functional, feature & Core hotfix Testing for various modules in targeted time frame and runs.
- Validation experience in over-the-air updates for components 3G/4G TCUs, NAVI, HMI Modules
- Creating test strategies, plans, and execute cycles using Jira
- Capture the MLT logs and identify the root cause of the OTA issues
- Test Automation using Python, C#, ECU Test etc.
- Good Experience in HIL Validation Platforms like DSPACE, In Vehicle Automation Testing, experience in Testing Tools like Vector CANOE, CANALYZER etc.
- Good Experience / Knowledge working on Issue management, Defect Management and Version Management tools like JIRA, Github, SVN etc.
- Effectively collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to address and resolve open issues.
- Coordinate with Product Owners and Feature Owners to clearly understand business requirements and feature functionality.
- Conduct defect status and review meetings with stakeholders, including cloud, Mobile app, TCU, BCM, and suppliers
- Good Knowledge of UDS Protocol, Validating Diag over CAN, DOIP, CAN, LIN Protocols etc.
- Knowledge of CAN Flash by using DET tool and analyze logs by using CANoe/CANalyzer tool and recover (partial-brick) modules in-vehicle using various DET methods
- Knowledge of ECU Test, CAPL Scripting etc. would be added advantage
- Should be able to support DevOps Team in developing scripts for CI/CD using Python and validating the same
Email: roopesh@lorventech.com
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Entry Level Validation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level validation engineer job?
Entry level validation engineer roles go to candidates who can demonstrate hands-on familiarity with test protocols, documentation standards, and quality systems. Employers at this level look for relevant coursework, a senior capstone project, or internship experience in a regulated industry. Highlighting any exposure to FDA guidelines, GMP environments, or equipment qualification gives your application a concrete edge over candidates who list only classroom work.
Which companies hire entry level validation engineers?
Companies hiring entry level validation engineers right now include Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Apple, and CAI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and regulated manufacturing firms tend to hire most actively at this level because validation roles are built into their compliance requirements from day one.
Are there remote entry level validation engineer jobs?
Yes, though most validation work involves hands-on equipment and facility testing, so fully remote roles are less common than in other engineering fields. About 13% of entry level validation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates open to hybrid arrangements will see a broader range of opportunities than those requiring fully remote work.
Are these new grad validation engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior validation engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, treats internships or co-op rotations as qualifying background, or explicitly accepts a strong portfolio in place of professional tenure. Look for language like "entry level," "new grad," or "0-2 years" in the job description to confirm the role is open to candidates just starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level validation engineers?
Entry Level validation engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because validation is a regulatory requirement, not an optional function, meaning companies must staff these roles continuously and are willing to develop candidates who demonstrate the right technical foundation.