Our client, a leader in the automotive industry, is seeking a Validation Engineer 3 to join their team. As a Validation Engineer 3, you will be part of the Vehicle Development Department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, effective communication, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Validation Engineer 3 **Location:** Pontiac, MI **Pay Range: $35 - $41 per hour** **What's the Job?** + Define vehicle and buck requirements for assigned partitions to ensure project specifications are met. + Lead the test hardware reduction process for various vehicle partitions to optimize testing efficiency. + Take appropriate action on issues, lead recovery plan efforts, and support continuous improvement initiatives. + Support the Supplier Validation process to ensure quality and compliance standards are maintained. + Develop and maintain partition ADV plans and schedules, providing technical assessments for PDT/PIT phases. **What's Needed?** + Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field. + 5-7 years of relevant auto industry experience, with a strong background in automotive engineering methodology. + Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email communication tools such as Lotus Notes. + Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively cross-functionally and cross-culturally. + Ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively, partnering with senior management to analyze and resolve issues. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative automotive environment. + Engage in meaningful projects that impact vehicle development and validation processes. + Collaborate with a diverse and talented team committed to excellence. + Develop your skills and advance your career within a global organization. + Supportive work culture that values inclusion, diversity, and continuous improvement. If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.