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System Validation Engineer jobs attract strong H-1B visa sponsorship because the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring an engineering degree. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before hiring, and the annual cap and selection process apply. Candidates from Australia can also pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery.
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Get Access To All JobsWe're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you'll collaborate on some of the world's toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
System Validation Engineer
ONSITE in Foster City, CA
We are seeking an experienced System Validation Engineer to join our System Validation (SVT) team. SVT owns system-level validation of the vehicle: confirming that fully integrated systems, with all of their ECUs, subsystems and software working together, behave as intended when observed at the system boundary. This role focuses on behavior that only emerges when multiple real subsystems interact, such as cross-ECU timing, arbitration, fault propagation and network load. Your work will be critical in ensuring world-class reliability for our Robotaxi Service Operations.
In this role, you will:
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Own system-level validation for assigned System Technical Specification (STS) documents, for example Thermal, Steering, Braking, Lighting, Power Management, Network, Charging. Ensure that every STS requirement has a defined verification method and test coverage.
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Create and maintain Design Verification Plans (DVPs) per system domain, with full requirement-to-test-case traceability.
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Define system-level test configurations from the system boundary diagram, spanning one or more real ECUs connected to each other and to restbus-simulated peers in parallel, tree or other topologies.
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Design, build and commission system test benches, and work with Vehicle Systems, Hardware and Firmware teams on bench readiness and on the boundary between bench, Software In the Loop (SIL) and vehicle testing.
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Execute multi-ECU and cross-domain integration, functional and regression testing on bench and vehicle assets, in nominal and off-nominal conditions, and analyze data to produce actionable insights.
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Support test automation and infrastructure planning for system DVPs so that regression coverage scales across vehicle platforms.
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Drive system-level defect triage and root cause analysis, track issues to closure for issue resolution, and re-test after fixes.
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Support the SFMEA activities led by the Vehicle Systems Integration (VSI) team: review failure modes and mitigations, provide input on testability and detection, and ensure SFMEA findings are covered by system-level tests.
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Provide system-level release readiness sign-off against program gate exit criteria, and report coverage, risks and mitigation plans in program reviews.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
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5+ years of experience in vehicle system validation, system integration or systems engineering roles.
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Proven experience validating integrated multi-ECU systems against system-level requirements in one or more vehicle domains.
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Deep technical understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), network topologies and 12V power management.
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Hands-on experience with system-level testing, including instrumentation, restbus simulation, fault injection and advanced data analysis.
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Experience developing system test plans (DVPs) with requirements traceability in tools such as Polarion or IBM DOORS, informed by SFMEA analysis.
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Working knowledge of System Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (SFMEA), including how failure modes, effects and mitigations translate into system-level test coverage.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to a multi-disciplinary team.
Bonus Qualifications:
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Experience designing HIL or system test benches, including rapid prototyping tools (e.g. dSpace) and xIL environments.
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Experience with CI-integrated test infrastructure and test automation at scale.
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Experience with automotive diagnostics (UDS) and vehicle bring-up.
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Experience with ISO 26262 functional safety.
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Experience taking a vehicle program from prototype to launch.
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Experience in structured problem-solving methodologies such as Six Sigma, Shainin RedX and 5 Why.
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Scripting and test automation skills (Python preferred).
Salary Range: $115,000-$135,000/K
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.
Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you'll collaborate on some of the world's toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
System Validation Engineer
ONSITE in Foster City, CA
We are seeking an experienced System Validation Engineer to join our System Validation (SVT) team. SVT owns system-level validation of the vehicle: confirming that fully integrated systems, with all of their ECUs, subsystems and software working together, behave as intended when observed at the system boundary. This role focuses on behavior that only emerges when multiple real subsystems interact, such as cross-ECU timing, arbitration, fault propagation and network load. Your work will be critical in ensuring world-class reliability for our Robotaxi Service Operations.
In this role, you will:
-
Own system-level validation for assigned System Technical Specification (STS) documents, for example Thermal, Steering, Braking, Lighting, Power Management, Network, Charging. Ensure that every STS requirement has a defined verification method and test coverage.
-
Create and maintain Design Verification Plans (DVPs) per system domain, with full requirement-to-test-case traceability.
-
Define system-level test configurations from the system boundary diagram, spanning one or more real ECUs connected to each other and to restbus-simulated peers in parallel, tree or other topologies.
-
Design, build and commission system test benches, and work with Vehicle Systems, Hardware and Firmware teams on bench readiness and on the boundary between bench, Software In the Loop (SIL) and vehicle testing.
-
Execute multi-ECU and cross-domain integration, functional and regression testing on bench and vehicle assets, in nominal and off-nominal conditions, and analyze data to produce actionable insights.
-
Support test automation and infrastructure planning for system DVPs so that regression coverage scales across vehicle platforms.
-
Drive system-level defect triage and root cause analysis, track issues to closure for issue resolution, and re-test after fixes.
-
Support the SFMEA activities led by the Vehicle Systems Integration (VSI) team: review failure modes and mitigations, provide input on testability and detection, and ensure SFMEA findings are covered by system-level tests.
-
Provide system-level release readiness sign-off against program gate exit criteria, and report coverage, risks and mitigation plans in program reviews.
Qualifications
-
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
-
5+ years of experience in vehicle system validation, system integration or systems engineering roles.
-
Proven experience validating integrated multi-ECU systems against system-level requirements in one or more vehicle domains.
-
Deep technical understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), network topologies and 12V power management.
-
Hands-on experience with system-level testing, including instrumentation, restbus simulation, fault injection and advanced data analysis.
-
Experience developing system test plans (DVPs) with requirements traceability in tools such as Polarion or IBM DOORS, informed by SFMEA analysis.
-
Working knowledge of System Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (SFMEA), including how failure modes, effects and mitigations translate into system-level test coverage.
-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to a multi-disciplinary team.
Bonus Qualifications:
-
Experience designing HIL or system test benches, including rapid prototyping tools (e.g. dSpace) and xIL environments.
-
Experience with CI-integrated test infrastructure and test automation at scale.
-
Experience with automotive diagnostics (UDS) and vehicle bring-up.
-
Experience with ISO 26262 functional safety.
-
Experience taking a vehicle program from prototype to launch.
-
Experience in structured problem-solving methodologies such as Six Sigma, Shainin RedX and 5 Why.
-
Scripting and test automation skills (Python preferred).
Salary Range: $115,000-$135,000/K
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.
Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a System Validation Engineer
Align your degree to validation engineering
Specialty occupation status depends on your degree field matching the role directly. Electrical engineering, computer engineering, or systems engineering degrees map cleanly. A general business or unrelated science degree will invite an H-1B Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Search LCA filings for active sponsors
Use O*NET to confirm the occupational profile, then cross-reference OFLC public disclosure data to find employers who have certified Labor Condition Applications for validation engineering roles. This surfaces which hardware and semiconductor companies actively file, not just post listings.
Target hardware-heavy industries over software
System validation roles at semiconductor, automotive, and medical device companies generate more H-1B filings than pure software firms because validation is a core headcount function, not a contract role. Focus your search on these verticals on Migrate Mate to reach verified sponsoring employers.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage tier independently before negotiations. A mismatch triggers an LCA compliance issue that can delay or invalidate your petition.
Confirm the employer files before the cap deadline
H-1B is subject to an annual cap and selection process, and the rules have changed recently. Ask your recruiter early whether the company has started the USCIS registration process. Missing the registration window means waiting a full year before another attempt.
Document hands-on validation tools in your resume
USCIS adjudicators look for evidence the role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Listing specific tools such as JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, boundary scan software, and test scripting languages strengthens the specialty occupation argument your employer makes in the I-129 petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a System Validation Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. System validation engineering typically requires electrical, computer, or systems engineering degrees, so the role clears that bar. Roles where the employer accepts any degree field, or substitutes experience freely for a degree, face a higher risk of a Request for Evidence.
Which visa types cover System Validation Engineer positions?
H-1B is the most common path for most nationalities. Australian citizens can apply for the E-3 visa, which has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been exhausted and requires no lottery. Chilean and Singaporean nationals may qualify for the H-1B1 visa. All three require the employer to file a Labor Condition Application certifying the prevailing wage before you can apply.
How do I find employers who sponsor System Validation Engineers?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for engineering roles, searchable by location and job type. Semiconductor companies, automotive OEMs, and defense electronics firms are the most active sponsors for validation roles, so filtering by those industries narrows your search to realistic targets quickly.
Does a master's degree improve H-1B selection odds for this role?
Yes. USCIS allocates 20,000 additional H-1B slots for holders of a U.S. master's degree or higher, on top of the standard 65,000 cap. A master's in electrical or computer engineering makes you eligible for both pools, which improves selection odds in the annual cap process. A foreign master's degree does not qualify for this separate allocation.
Can a System Validation Engineer on STEM OPT transition directly to H-1B?
Yes. STEM OPT provides up to 24 months of additional work authorization after your initial 12-month OPT period, giving you up to three years total. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to sponsor STEM OPT. That window typically covers two H-1B cap cycles, so if you aren't selected the first year, you can remain authorized and try again.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored System Validation Engineer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.