Verification and Validation Engineer

Ford Motor Company

ADAS validation engineer improving sensing systems across Ford’s vehicle lineup. Developing test methods, analyzing sensor data, and coordinating V&V with engineering teams and suppliers.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $99,600 - $162,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing design validation methods for ADAS sensing performance, with strong capabilities in data analysis and system design. Proficient in coordinating cross-functional teams to enhance verification and validation processes in automotive applications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

ADAS Sensing Performance ValidationData Collection And AnalysisVector, CANalyzer, And CANape ProficiencyHIL And CAE Methods ImplementationFailure Mode Analysis And Functional Safety

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Hard Skills

Design Validation MethodsData Analysis TechniquesSystem Design And SpecificationsFunctional Requirements DevelopmentRegression TestingTest-Vector SupportIssue IdentificationSensing System TestingModeling ChangesPerformance Targets

Soft Skills

Analytical Problem-SolvingCreative Problem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

HIL TestingSIL TestingVehicle Test EnvironmentsADAS Features DevelopmentSensor Verification

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringRoboticsControlsAerospace EngineeringComputer ScienceAutomotive ApplicationsSupplier CoordinationV&V ProcessesEmerging Technologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, refine, and execute design validation methods for ADAS sensing performance at component, system, and vehicle levels
Support development, design, and verification of use cases, functional requirements, and performance targets
Support ADAS sensing-system upgrades through modeling changes, regression testing, test-vector support, data review, issue identification, and supplier coordination
Develop and improve system- and subsystem-level designs, interfaces, and specifications across Ford vehicle offerings
Ensure system design, failure mode analysis, functional safety, and related deliverables support feature integration and user experience
Develop data-analysis techniques for sensing-system data from SIL, HIL, bench, and vehicle test environments
Coordinate with Software Development, Program Management, Systems Engineering, and Suppliers to align V&V activities with project goals
Identify and implement HIL and CAE methods for ADAS platform and sensor verification
Improve V&V processes and methodologies using industry best practices and emerging technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Controls, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
2+ years of validation/test engineering experience in a professional or educational setting, any combination
Experience with data collection and analysis in laboratory, HIL, and vehicle test environments
General knowledge of or experience developing/testing ADAS features and sensing systems using radars, cameras, lidars, ultrasonic sensors, or related vehicle systems
Proven technical skills using Vector, CANalyzer, and CANape tools
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Master's degree and other listed preferred qualifications are preferred, not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time