Test Engineer II

Work Model: Primarily Onsite (limited WFH due to hands-on vehicle work)

Duration: 6 months (through 06/26/2026)

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizen required

Travel: 10 20% (CONUS)

The Engineer T&D supports senior engineering staff by planning coordinating and executing engineering tasks related to heavy-duty vehicle testing and development. This role is highly hands-on requiring frequent shop and vehicle interaction close collaboration with technicians and adherence to established engineering standards and processes.

Hands-on mechanically inclined-willing to work directly with vehicles and test equipment

Strong communication and technical writing skills

Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Minimum two rounds (Phone/Video potential onsite if local)

No relocation assistance provided

Perform basic engineering calculations and investigations under close supervision

Support Senior Engineers in preparing plans designs analysis methods and reports

Assist with projects of limited complexity in a supporting role

Help establish requirements for heavy-duty vehicle and equipment testing

Recommend necessary testing equipment and resources

Contribute to project estimates and test plans

Implement test plans and communicate requirements to engineers and technicians

Create basic fixture/test apparatus plans; supervise construction as needed

Coordinate monitor and evaluate test progress

Recommend corrective actions to maintain cost and schedule targets

Communicate test status and outcomes as required

Support test issue resolution meetings

Participate in prototype team safety discussions

Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external suppliers

Identify opportunities for improvement within defined standards

Ability to travel up to 10%

Regular attendance is required

Perform additional duties as assigned

Bachelors degree in Engineering OR related field with internship experience

OR 6 months related professional work experience

Experience with automotive or heavy-vehicle equipment

Read write and interpret instructions procedures technical documents and safety rules

Produce routine reports and communicate effectively with internal/external groups

Understand and interpret technical journals regulatory documents and manuals

Make independent decisions within standard policies

Solve structured problems using defined procedures and guidelines

Routine interaction with peers to exchange information

Limited external contact to gather details or answer inquiries

Provide general instruction scheduling and review of work for technicians

May act as a lead worker

Frequent: Standing walking sitting reaching hearing talking typing visual tasks

Occasional: Driving fine/manual dexterity repetitive motion

Seldom: Lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs

Frequent: Reasoning communication math reading sustained mental activity writing

Frequent task changes independent work and detail-oriented tasks

Occasional high-volume contact

Occasional stress due to deadlines or workload fluctuations

Standard hours with limited overtime weekends or shift variations