Validation Engineer (ITV Specialist - Jr)

Position: Validation Engineer (ITV Specialist - Jr)

Duration: 12 months

Location: Scarborough, Ontario

Work Model: Hybrid (Monday and Tuesday onsite; remaining days flexible)

About Our Client:

A leading organization in the transportation technology sector is seeking a Systems Test & Commissioning Engineer to support the verification, validation, testing, and commissioning of mission-critical real-time systems. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex technology solutions from in-house integration testing through to deployment and commissioning activities at project sites.

About this opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated Systems Test & Commissioning Engineer with experience in embedded systems testing, software validation, or hardware verification. The successful candidate will contribute to the preparation and execution of test plans, procedures, and reports while supporting integration, validation, and commissioning activities for complex systems.

This position is ideal for an individual who enjoys analytical problem-solving, hands-on testing, technical documentation, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure high-quality system delivery.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform analysis of system, subsystem, and software requirements to define validation methods and develop test cases.
• Prepare test procedures in accordance with established integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) test plans.
• Execute integration, verification, and commissioning tests both in-house and at project sites.
• Develop and maintain test automation scripts to support validation activities.
• Prepare detailed test reports documenting test execution results, pass/fail status, and identified defects.
• Investigate test anomalies through analysis of system data, design documentation, and collaboration with engineering teams.
• Create and manage defect reports within the defect tracking system.
• Conduct traceability analysis to ensure requirements coverage.
• Participate in design reviews and support issue identification, analysis, and resolution activities.
• Perform independent reviews of test results and validation documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of testing methodologies, processes, and industry best practices.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience testing embedded real-time systems, software applications, or hardware systems.
• Experience supporting verification, validation, integration, or commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of testing methodologies, procedures, and best practices.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with mission-critical real-time systems.
• Knowledge of railway signaling systems and technologies.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools and scripting.
• Experience with defect tracking and test management tools.
• Understanding verification and validation processes within engineering environments.
• Exposure to transportation, rail, or industrial automation technologies.

How to Apply:

• Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes via the Akkodis Canada website

Akkodis Canada will never share your resume or any personal details without your explicit consent.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates meeting the above qualifications will be contacted for further discussions

Our Commitment:

At Akkodis, part of The Adecco Group, we’re committed to making the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.