Validation​/Test Engineer – Heavy Equipment​/Vehicle Systems

Validation / Test Engineer – Heavy Equipment / Vehicle Systems

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States

$ 40.00 - 60.00 (US Dollar)

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This role supports the final phase of a high-visibility vehicle / weapon system program, including test site support, failure analysis, and system integration. Candidates can come from either a mechanical design or test/validation engineering background, with strong troubleshooting and analytical capability across mechanical and electrical systems.

• Design and support mechanical components and vehicle systems for heavy-duty platforms
• Perform test engineering, validation, and failure analysis on integrated systems
• Support test site operations, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Lead or support failure analysis procedures and corrective actions
• Create and modify 3D CAD models using PTC Creo
• Work within PLM systems such as Windchill
• Support mechanical integration of complex systems, including supplier coordination
• Interface with electrical/video systems and controls components
• Troubleshoot issues across mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces
• Work with CAN Bus communication protocols and system diagnostics
• Generate engineering documentation, reports, and test results
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, test, manufacturing, and suppliers

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following:
  Mechanical Design Engineering, Test / Validation Engineering, Systems Integration Engineering
• Experience with CAD tools (Creo preferred; Solid Works, NX, CATIA acceptable)
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to work across mechanical and electrical systems

• Background in test engineering, validation, or failure analysis
• Experience supporting test sites, field testing, or prototype builds
• Familiarity with CAN Bus / vehicle communication protocols, electrical systems, sensors, or video systems
• Experience with Automotive, defense, heavy equipment, robotics, or autonomous systems
• Exposure to Electrification (EV systems), Robotics / automation, Autonomous vehicle technologies

• Mechanical Engineer with hands-on test or validation experience
• Test Engineer with strong mechanical aptitude and CAD exposure
• Systems Engineer with vehicle integration and troubleshooting background
• Engineers from defense, automotive, robotics, or off-highway industries