
Validation Engineer
ZF Group
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Yokohama • Japan
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About the role
- Validation of camera and radar-based driver assistance systems
- Define requirements and analyze system specifications
- Develop, prepare, and review test specifications
- Install and debug test equipment in vehicles
- Perform camera and radar installation and calibration
- Execute vehicle performance tests according to specifications
- Analyze, document, and interpret test results using tools such as Matlab and Vector
- Support the DAS development organization and customer teams with technical feedback
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Automotive, Mechanical, Electronics, or Computer Science Engineering
- At least two years of experience in system or vehicle testing, preferably in automotive system development
- Strong understanding of embedded systems and ability to develop relevant test specifications
- Proficiency in Matlab, DOORS, CANape, CANalyzer, and other vehicle measurement tools
- Knowledge of electronics, electrical product testing, and programming languages
- Structured, independent, and target-oriented work style with strong documentation skills
- Business-level communication skills in both English and Japanese; team player with basic project management and presentation skills
- Valid Japanese driver’s license with sufficient driving experience in Japan; willingness to travel (approx. 20%)
Benefits
- Annual Leave
- Hybrid Work Environment
- Flexible Working Hour
- A supportive collaborative team environment
- Growth Opportunity
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
system testingvehicle testingembedded systemstest specificationscamera installationradar installationcalibrationperformance testingdocumentationprogramming languages
Soft skills
structured work styleindependent worktarget-orienteddocumentation skillsbusiness communicationteam playerproject managementpresentation skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Automotive EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electronics EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Computer Science Engineeringvalid Japanese driver’s license