Validation Engineer Jobs in Oregon
Validation Engineer jobs in Oregon are in steady demand, concentrated in the state's semiconductor manufacturing, medical device, and pharmaceutical sectors, with openings ranging from entry-level process validation roles to senior quality systems positions. The busiest hiring corridors are Portland, Hillsboro, and Beaverton, where established employers such as Intel, Danaher's Portland operations, and NIKE's equipment and testing teams maintain consistent validation engineering headcount. The most sought-after specialties in Oregon listings are IQ/OQ/PQ protocol development, CSV and computer systems validation, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Inside the Role
Reliability Growth Validation Engineering is where our latest innovative products meet the road and prove their readiness for the customers and the market. We are a fast-paced, hands-on Fleet operation that is committed to finding and analyzing all issues that emerge during our grueling 24/7 on-highway validation cycles. This role interfaces with all systems of the new trucks, from conventional mechanical systems to our state-of-the-art electrical and computer architectures. Your Engineering validation and analysis helps us lower downtime and discover and prevent issues before our customer can experience them. Few roles are as hands-on and touch so much of the truck as this one. Come help us chase down issues and bring them to resolution as you develop extensive overall vehicle knowledge as well as network within DNTA.Posting Information
We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.
We Take Care of Our Team
Position offers a starting salary range of $71,000 to $91,000 USD
Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience
Benefits include 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.
What You Drive at DTNA
- Validation Engineering support of assigned vehicles from onboarding, during validation, through to decommissioning.
- Monitor, track, and manage vehicle failures, maintenance, and updates, with a focus on maximizing vehicle uptime.
- Conduct on-site inspections of vehicles during AM shift change, review and follow up on driver comments, investigate faults and failures, and document issue details.
- Contribute to a collaborative work environment that fosters teamwork, trust, and mutual respect.
- Interface with multiple teams, including Design and Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Product Validation Engineering teams, the Detroit Powertrain team, technicians, and warehouse personnel.
- Work within existing processes and help develop new processes as needed or assigned.
- Assist Design Engineering in determining the root cause of complex problems.
Knowledge You Should Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering degree required.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- An assertive, resilient disposition and a positive attitude.
- Ambition, attention to detail, goal orientation, and drive for timely issue resolution.
- Strong interest in both vehicle mechanical and mechatronics systems and integration.
- An active interest in electric vehicles and advanced vehicle technologies.
Exceptional Candidates Might Have
- Previous validation experience.
- Knowledge of heavy-duty truck repair and service procedures.
- Exposure to heavy- and medium-duty products.
- Knowledge of DTNA Engineering systems.
- Experience applying AI tools and machine learning for data analysis or problem solving.
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Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.Schedule Type:
Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.
At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building solutions with cutting-edge advancements in sustainability and future driving technologies - across electric, hydrogen, and autonomous innovation. Backed by decades of proven success, these efforts continue DTNA’s legacy as an industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we operate as one team - driving toward a cleaner, safer, and more efficient future for all.
How we move forward together is defined by the DTNA Way - our shared approach to showing up for our customers, our colleagues, and the world we help move. We start with our customers, grounding every product, service, and decision in their success, knowing that when they move forward, so do we. At the same time, we act with urgency and intention, balancing speed with thoughtful decision-making to deliver results with integrity, accountability, and clarity. Across our entire organization, we collaborate as one team - bringing diverse perspectives, strengths, and expertise together with trust and respect - because we know we achieve more together than any one of us could alone.
Guided by these principles, we’re not just responding to change - we’re leading it. Together, we are building the future of transportation for all who keep the world moving.
Additional Information
- This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
- Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
- Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
- Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
- EEO - Disabled/Veterans
Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.
Inside the Role
Reliability Growth Validation Engineering is where our latest innovative products meet the road and prove their readiness for the customers and the market. We are a fast-paced, hands-on Fleet operation that is committed to finding and analyzing all issues that emerge during our grueling 24/7 on-highway validation cycles. This role interfaces with all systems of the new trucks, from conventional mechanical systems to our state-of-the-art electrical and computer architectures. Your Engineering validation and analysis helps us lower downtime and discover and prevent issues before our customer can experience them. Few roles are as hands-on and touch so much of the truck as this one. Come help us chase down issues and bring them to resolution as you develop extensive overall vehicle knowledge as well as network within DNTA.Posting Information
We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.
We Take Care of Our Team
Position offers a starting salary range of $71,000 to $91,000 USD
Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience
Benefits include 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.
What You Drive at DTNA
- Validation Engineering support of assigned vehicles from onboarding, during validation, through to decommissioning.
- Monitor, track, and manage vehicle failures, maintenance, and updates, with a focus on maximizing vehicle uptime.
- Conduct on-site inspections of vehicles during AM shift change, review and follow up on driver comments, investigate faults and failures, and document issue details.
- Contribute to a collaborative work environment that fosters teamwork, trust, and mutual respect.
- Interface with multiple teams, including Design and Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Product Validation Engineering teams, the Detroit Powertrain team, technicians, and warehouse personnel.
- Work within existing processes and help develop new processes as needed or assigned.
- Assist Design Engineering in determining the root cause of complex problems.
Knowledge You Should Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering degree required.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- An assertive, resilient disposition and a positive attitude.
- Ambition, attention to detail, goal orientation, and drive for timely issue resolution.
- Strong interest in both vehicle mechanical and mechatronics systems and integration.
- An active interest in electric vehicles and advanced vehicle technologies.
Exceptional Candidates Might Have
- Previous validation experience.
- Knowledge of heavy-duty truck repair and service procedures.
- Exposure to heavy- and medium-duty products.
- Knowledge of DTNA Engineering systems.
- Experience applying AI tools and machine learning for data analysis or problem solving.
#LI-CF1
#LI-HYBRID
Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.Schedule Type:
Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.
At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building solutions with cutting-edge advancements in sustainability and future driving technologies - across electric, hydrogen, and autonomous innovation. Backed by decades of proven success, these efforts continue DTNA’s legacy as an industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we operate as one team - driving toward a cleaner, safer, and more efficient future for all.
How we move forward together is defined by the DTNA Way - our shared approach to showing up for our customers, our colleagues, and the world we help move. We start with our customers, grounding every product, service, and decision in their success, knowing that when they move forward, so do we. At the same time, we act with urgency and intention, balancing speed with thoughtful decision-making to deliver results with integrity, accountability, and clarity. Across our entire organization, we collaborate as one team - bringing diverse perspectives, strengths, and expertise together with trust and respect - because we know we achieve more together than any one of us could alone.
Guided by these principles, we’re not just responding to change - we’re leading it. Together, we are building the future of transportation for all who keep the world moving.
Additional Information
- This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
- Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
- Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
- Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
- EEO - Disabled/Veterans
Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in validation engineer jobs across Oregon.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical discipline
- Hands-on experience writing and executing IQ, OQ, and PQ validation protocols
- Working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and GMP or ISO 13485 quality standards
- Proficiency with validation documentation systems and deviation or CAPA processes
- Experience with statistical tools and data analysis for process performance qualification
- Familiarity with electronic batch records, MES platforms, or laboratory information systems
Validation Engineer Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a validation engineer in Oregon?
Most Oregon employers require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or biomedical engineering, or a closely related life sciences field. Oregon does not issue a state-specific license for validation engineers, so the hiring path centers on relevant technical education and practical experience with FDA-regulated or ISO-certified systems. Earning credentials such as the ASQ Certified Quality Engineer designation strengthens a candidacy considerably with Oregon's semiconductor and medical device manufacturers.
Which companies hire validation engineers in Oregon?
Oregon validation engineer roles are posted by Apple, Synopsys, and Microsoft and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Oregon's concentration of semiconductor fabs and FDA-regulated medical device facilities in the Portland metro drives consistent demand from both large manufacturers and the contract engineering firms that support them.
Which Oregon cities have the most validation engineer jobs?
Hillsboro, Beaverton, and Bend account for the largest share of validation engineer openings in Oregon. Portland anchors the market as the state's primary hub for medical device companies and pharmaceutical operations, while Hillsboro and Beaverton draw strong demand from Intel's large semiconductor campus and the cluster of precision manufacturing suppliers that have grown around it.
Are there remote validation engineer jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of validation engineer openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the fact that most validation work requires direct access to manufacturing equipment, cleanrooms, or lab instruments. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are documentation review, protocol writing, and CSV work for cloud-based or software systems.
How can I get hired as a validation engineer in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or manufacturing associate role at one of Oregon's medical device or semiconductor facilities, where companies such as Danaher's Portland divisions and Intel regularly bring in candidates who then move into validation roles after demonstrating process knowledge. Oregon State University and Portland State University graduates are commonly recruited into associate validation engineer or process engineer programs at these employers. Building hands-on experience with documentation, calibration, or equipment qualification and pursuing an ASQ credential early gives candidates a measurable advantage in Oregon listings.
Where can I find and apply to validation engineer jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to validation engineer jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Oregon employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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