Key Responsibilities + Develop and execute component, subsystem, and system-level verification and validation plans based on technical requirements and stakeholder inputs. + Support creation and maintenance of Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R;) documentation and ensure adequate test coverage. + Perform requirement analysis and derive test cases using techniques such as Boundary Value Analysis (BVA), Equivalence Class (EC) testing, and risk-based methodologies. + Conduct verification and validation activities using HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop), SIL (Software-in-the-Loop), and MIL (Model-in-the-Loop) environments. + Execute and support closed-loop testing activities to validate product functionality and system performance. + Analyze test results, identify failures, investigate root causes, and recommend corrective actions. + Own resolution of moderately complex product, component, or system issues with guidance from senior engineers when required. + Evaluate analytical, simulation, and physical test data to validate product capability against requirements. + Utilize systems engineering principles to manage interfaces, requirements traceability, integration activities, and product risk. + Support product failure mode avoidance activities, including identification of potential failure modes and mitigation strategies. + Apply statistical methods and data-driven approaches to support engineering decisions and improve product quality. + Develop and maintain technical documentation, test reports, issue logs, and validation records. + Support change request (CR) management and verification of engineering changes. + Use engineering tools and processes including Engineering Standard Work (ESW), iDFMEA, DVP&R;, Integrity, Power BI, and other validation systems. + Create and maintain test automation scripts using Python, CAPL, NI TestStand, ECU-Test, or similar tools.
+ Work with communication protocols such as CAN, J1939, UDS, and related diagnostics systems. + Coordinate testing activities with technicians, interns, or other supporting resources as needed. + Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for test methodologies, tools, and validation processes. + Collaborate effectively with global and cross-functional teams to meet project timelines, quality targets, and business objectives. **Qualifications** **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline from an accredited university. + Strong academic foundation in systems engineering, product validation, testing methodologies, or related engineering disciplines. **Preferred Qualifications** + Master's Degree in Engineering or a related technical field. + Internship, co-op, project, research, Formula Student, Baja, or other relevant hands-on engineering experience. + Exposure to automotive, powertrain, controls, embedded systems, electronics, or product validation environments. + ISTQB Certification or equivalent testing certification is desirable. + Knowledge of export control or regulatory compliance requirements may be required for some roles. **Skills & Competencies** **Technical Skills** + Product Verification & Validation Management + System Requirements Engineering + Systems Thinking and System Integration + Product Test Integration and Optimization + Product Failure Mode Avoidance (FMEA, DFMEA)
+ Product Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis + Technical Troubleshooting + Requirement Analysis and Test Strategy Development + Test Case Design using BVA and Equivalence Classes + HIL, SIL, and MIL Based Testing + Closed-Loop Testing Methodologies + CAN, J1939, UDS, and Vehicle Network Diagnostics + Statistical Analysis and Data Interpretation + Technical Documentation and Reporting + Product Development Execution, Monitoring, and Control **Tools & Technologies** + Python Scripting + CAPL Programming + NI TestStand + ECU-Test + NI Toolchain + Microsoft Office Suite + Microsoft Power BI + Integrity + McParts + Test Automation Frameworks + Requirements and Defect Management Tools **Behavioral Competencies** + Collaborates Effectively + Communicates Effectively + Decision Quality + Drives Results + Manages Complexity + Self-Development and Continuous Learning + Values Differences and Inclusion + Problem Solving Mindset + Customer Focus + Robust Analytical Thinking **Experience** + Entry level or early career engineering professional. + Internship, co-op, academic project, research, extracurricular engineering team experience, or up to 2 years of relevant industry experience in product development, validation, testing, embedded systems, or systems engineering. + Experience working with testing environments, automation tools, and engineering analysis techniques is preferred. + Exposure to verification and validation of electronic control systems, automotive systems, or embedded products is desirable. + Familiarity with scripting, test automation, diagnostics protocols, and systems-level testing methodologies is an advantage. **Job** Engineering **Organization** Cummins Inc. **Role Category** On-site with Flexibility **Job Type** Exempt - Experienced **ReqID** 2434012 **Relocation Package** No **100% On-Site** No
📌 Product Systems Validation Engineer (Pune)
🏢 Cummins
📍 Pune