ADAS/AD Field Engineer · AVL Iberica

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:17:48 GMT
Engineering

AVL Iberica · Barcelona · onsite

At AVL Ibérica, we are seeking a Vehicle Validation Engineer to support a high-tech service related to Autonomous Driving and ADAS functions. This role combines hands-on vehicle testing, real-world validation activities, and technical results analysis, working closely with multidisciplinary teams in an international environment.

This is an opportunity to contribute to validation projects involving prototype vehicles, working directly on some of the most advanced vehicle functions and supporting the reliability, robustness, and maturity of key systems shaping the future of mobility.

**Responsibilities:"

Execute and support validation activities for AD and ADAS functions on vehicle, taking part in both test preparation and execution as well as technical result analysis, ensuring a rigorous assessment of system performance and collaborating with different engineering teams, including Data Science.

Participate directly in the execution of validation tests for advanced Autonomous Driving and ADAS functions.

Perform test activities on prototype vehicles, following defined technical procedures and validation criteria.

Prepare, coordinate, and document vehicle testing activities.

Record, review, and analyze results obtained during validation campaigns.

Identify deviations, incidents, or unexpected system behaviors, providing an initial technical assessment.

Collaborate with engineering teams in evaluating the performance and maturity of the validated functions.

Work closely with the Data Science team on the processing, exploitation, and interpretation of test data.

Support validation activities in an international environment, with availability for occasional travel.

Contribute to a systematic, traceable, and technically robust approach to test execution and analysis.

**Requirements:"

Degree in Engineering.

Experience or technical knowledge in vehicle validation, testing, or functions related to ADAS / Autonomous Driving.

Ability to work in a vehicle environment and within field validation activities.

Interest in combining hands-on technical testing with result analysis.

Structured way of working, technical rigor, and attention to detail.

Good communication skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Availability to work in Barcelona, at ZF facilities.

Availability for international travel of 20% to 30%.

English level suitable for working in an international technical environment.