MECHANICAL TEST ENGINEER

Job Title: MECHANICAL TEST ENGINEER
Location: Mossville, IL 61552
Duration: 12 Months

Position's Contributions to Work Group:
This position supports the work group by validating drivetrain systems, turning test data into engineering insight, and identifying product risks that influence design decisions and support NPI/CPI execution. Its work directly improves drivetrain performance, durability, reliability, quality, and delivery against program cost and schedule commitments.
- Candidate Responsibilities
o Partner with design, controls, and cross-functional teams to define validation requirements and influence design decisions.
o Plan, prepare, and execute drivetrain component and system validation testing.
o Prepare and instrument test units, including test setups and data acquisition needs.
o Analyze complex test data, compare results to requirements, and identify performance gaps.
o Apply system-level thinking to evaluate component interactions and tradeoffs.
o Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues during testing.
o Perform inspections, failure analysis, and support structured root cause investigations.
o Support NPI/CPI build events, validation activities, and issue resolution.
o Document test procedures, results, and conclusions in clear technical reports.

Reason/motivation for request:
- Addition

Typical task breakdown:
o A typical day involves coordinating with design, controls, and lab teams to plan validation work, execute drivetrain tests, review data, troubleshoot issues, and document results. The role balances hands-on test activity with engineering analysis, cross-functional communication, and follow-up actions that support NPI/CPI programs and product quality

Interaction with team:
- Collaborative; local team

Work environment:
- Office
Candidate Requirements
Education & Experience Required:
- Years of experience: 2-4 years
- Degree requirement: Mechanical engineering degree aligns best with the role; open for Masters Degree but the years of experience should still be 2 years; No Associate Degree
- Do you accept internships as job experience: Yes
- Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role:

Top 3 Skills
- Drivetrain or powertrain mechanical systems knowledge
- Complex data analysis and engineering interpretation
-Failure analysis and root cause investigation

Additional Technical Skills
(Required)

- Product validation and test planning/execution
- Laboratory system-level testing
- Test instrumentation and data acquisition
- Troubleshooting hardware and software issues

Soft Skills
(Required)
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
- Decision making and critical thinking
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Project management
- Collaborative mindset