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Mechanical Test Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Chillicothe, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
16 September 2026 (15 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Job Title: MECHANICAL TEST ENGINEER
Location: Mossville IL 61552
Duration: 12 Months
Positions 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
Location: Mossville IL 61552
Duration: 12 Months
Positions 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
Required Experience:
IC
