Mechatronics Engineering Co-Op (Test & Validation)

Description du poste:

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

Ready to tackle the challenges of the vehicle of the future? Join us and take part in the autonomous and connected car revolution at Valeo.

What you will win:
As part of a global community of talented people, you will grow and thrive working on advanced technologies for greener, safer and smarter mobility. Our company culture gives all our employees the opportunity every day to #Dare.Care.Share.

About the Role:
As a Test & Validation Co-Op within our Mechatronics rotational program, your mission is to develop the foundational skills required to become a world class Validation Engineer in the automotive ADAS Systems industry. You will support the product validation lifecycle, from the RFQ phase to final customer acceptance, learning how to ensure our cutting-edge ADAS systems meet rigorous reliability standards.

Responsibilities Also Include:
Under the mentorship of senior engineers, you will:
* Validation Planning: Assist in analyzing customer specifications and defining validation plans that meet both customer and Valeo quality targets.
* Test Execution: Learn to use bench equipment and laboratory tools (thermal chambers, IPx) to understand delivered products and identify failures.
* Technical Tools: Gain hands-on experience in developing test scripts using NI LabVIEW and TestStand under the guidance of the Methods & Tools team.
* Problem Management: Support the "Device Under Test" (DUT) failure analysis process and participate in weekly reviews with the project team.
* Reporting: Assist in generating test reports, conducting data peer-reviews, and maintaining project dashboards.
* Lab Efficiency: Contribute to the automation of test environment processes and the improvement of laboratory instruction sheets.

Rotations:
Mechanical
Electrical
Environmental Validation & Testing
Warranty

What You Should Have:
* Currently a student pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering
* A strong desire to specialize in National Instruments tools (LabVIEW/TestStand) and programming languages like Python or Java.
* Analytical Mindset: Ability to read and interpret technical documents or schematics.
* Agility: A "think on your feet" attitude with the ability to react quickly to technical issues.
* Teamwork: A methodical and self-motivated team player comfortable in a multinational environment.
* Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills for reporting and peer collaboration.

Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Join us!
Thanks to its strategy focused on innovation, Valeo aims at reducing CO² emissions and developing intuitive driving to propose greener, safer, and smarter mobility. The fantastic (r)evolution towards the vehicle of the future provides amazing career opportunities and challenging jobs!

Diversity by nature
At Valeo, innovation is driven by the diversity, authenticity and energy of its talent. Are you looking for new technological and human adventures? Join Valeo and its more than 100.000 employees across the globe! More information about Valeo : https://www.valeo.com

Job:R&D Trainee/Apprentice/VIE
Organization:Test & Validation
Schedule:Part time
Employee Status:Trainee (Fixed Term) (Trainee)
Job Type:Trainee / Internship
Job Posting Date:2026-06-11
Join Us !
Being part of our team, you will join:
- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com