Engine Validation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Engine Validation Engineer

Mossville, IL | Onsite | Full-Time

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Engine Validation Engineer to join our team in Mossville, IL. We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 100 company - let's talk!

Position Overview

This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the quality, reliability, and performance of gas engine software through a combination of hands-on testing, automation development, and validation activities. The Core Gas Engine Software Test team is seeking a dedicated resource to focus on test automation, building packages that will be heavily used for production file delivery in place of the manual testing currently relied on. The successful candidate will help maintain and enhance automation infrastructure while supporting software release validation for current and future gas engine programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute engine software validation and test activities
• Analyze test results, investigate defects, and conduct root cause analysis
• Develop and maintain test automation, including driver file updates, script development, and debugging
• Collaborate daily with software developers, controls engineers, test engineers, and validation engineers

Team Structure & Work Environment

• Reports to: Engineering Team Lead / Project Team Lead
• Work is performed in a soft lab environment, combining computer-based automation development with hands-on interaction with test systems and engine controls

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor or Master’s of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering required
• 0-3 years of relevant experience required.

Top Skills

• Engine testing, validation, and troubleshooting
• Data analysis and root cause investigation
• Software/test automation development (Python, C#, or similar)

Additional Technical Skills

Required:

• Understanding of embedded systems and electronic control modules (ECMs)
• Knowledge of software verification and validation processes
• Ability to analyze test results and identify root causes
• Familiarity with CAN/J1939 communication and diagnostic tools
• Experience working with test equipment, data acquisition systems, or HIL/SIL environments
• Understanding of requirements-based testing and defect tracking

Desired:

• Engine controls or engine systems experience
• Experience with dSPACE, Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, ET, or similar tools
• Experience developing automated regression test suites

Soft Skills

Required:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn new systems and tools quickly
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Desired:

• Experience presenting technical findings to stakeholders
• Ability to influence decisions through data-driven recommendations

Benefits

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

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Salary expectations: 75,000-80,000 per annual