Principal Engineer II Production Test

Visteon Designation: Principal Engineer II Production Test Office Location: Chihuahua Position description: Join Visteon's Production Test Engineering team as a senior technical leader responsible for driving the design, development, and implementation of advanced production test solutions for automotive electronic systems. This role demands a deep expertise in test engineering methodologies, hardware and software integration, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective testing processes that meet stringent automotive industry standards. The ideal candidate will lead complex projects, mentor engineering teams, and innovate test strategies that support Visteon's commitment to delivering cutting-edge automotive technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of production test systems for automotive electronic modules, ensuring alignment with product specifications and quality standards.
• Develop and optimize automated test procedures and test software to improve test coverage, efficiency, and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance to define test requirements and resolve production issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in test methodologies, equipment, and processes to reduce test cycle time and cost while maintaining product integrity.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians in test system development, troubleshooting, and best practices.
• Manage the integration of new test technologies and tools to support evolving product architectures and manufacturing processes.
• Analyze test data and failure modes to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to enhance product quality.
• Ensure compliance with automotive industry standards such as ISO 26262 and IATF 16949 in all test engineering activities.
• Lead supplier and vendor interactions related to test equipment procurement, calibration, and maintenance.
• Prepare technical documentation, test plans, and reports to support production readiness and audits.
• Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Design Test Program Development Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Testing Test Software Programming (e.g., LabVIEW, Python, C++) Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Root Cause Analysis ISO 26262 Functional Safety Standards IATF 16949 Quality Management Signal Integrity and Circuit Testing Data Analysis and Statistical Process Control (SPC) Cross-Functional Team Leadership Supplier and Vendor Management