Validation Engineer, Sustaining Engineering

About the job

Delart is home to a team of world-class engineers and project leaders dedicated to developing the next generation of advanced networking technologies, consumer devices, and innovative technology solutions. Trusted by some of the world’s leading technology companies, we deliver highly scalable, mission-critical solutions that power both consumer and business applications globally. Since our founding in 2017, we have been at the forefront of designing cutting-edge networking, telecommunications, and consumer products, while driving end-to-end project execution and creating transformative technology applications.

Overview

As a Validation Lead within the Sustaining HW Engineering team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of in-market consumer electronics (wearables) products. Situated in China near Contract Manufacturers (CMs), you will spearhead the day-to-day execution of validation activities, collaborating closely with CMs, regional test labs, and third-party partner labs. Your contributions in validation efforts across mechanical and electrical domains will be vital in maintaining product excellence and managing the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate validation activities and schedules for sustaining engineering tasks, collaborating with US-based engineering teams, CMs, and test labs.
• Drive execution of Post Ramp Qualification (PRQ) and Engineering Failure Analysis (EFFA) validation plans to ensure product performance and reliability.
• Utilize and manage test capabilities at regional labs and partner third-party labs to execute detailed validation protocols.
• Own the creation and analysis of test coverage reports and produce comprehensive outcomes and debug finding reports.
• Maintain thorough documentation for traceability and future reference, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Perform bench validation and characterization at PCBA and FATP levels.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and manufacturing teams to address product issues and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze validation data and failure modes to provide actionable insights and recommendations for product improvements.
• Support sustaining engineering efforts from post-launch validation through to end-of-life product support.
• Travel within the region as needed to oversee validation activities and cultivate strong working relationships with partners.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in product validation, quality engineering, or sustaining engineering roles, notably within consumer electronics or high-volume manufacturing.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin for effective communication with internal teams and regional partners.
• Strong understanding of validation methodologies, test planning, and failure analysis techniques.
• Proven experience working closely with Contract Manufacturers and third-party test labs.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation of complex test results.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the region to oversee validation processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in sustaining engineering or product support roles specifically within mechanical or electrical engineering domains.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and product lifecycle management processes.
• Knowledge of test equipment and specialized validation tools used in mechanical engineering validation.

Benefits

Delart provides competitive benefits and compensation across all regions where we operate. In the United States, our benefits package includes premium PPO and HMO medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts (FSA), life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, a company-matched 401(k) plan, and a generous paid time off policy.

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