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Body Engineering Contractor

Kyyba


Job Location:

Troy, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 8 September 2026 (12 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 6 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: (Body Engineering Contractor)

About Kyyba:
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills MI Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.
At Kyyba the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value passion excellence empowerment and happiness creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources incentives and flexibility that they need to support a healthy balanced and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.

Job Description

Job Summary
Body Validation Engineer

Job Description

Who we are looking for:
Client is seeking an energetic organized and experienced Body Validation Engineer to join our growing team. This position will own all aspects of body testing and validation for Client responsible functional requirements from component level to vehicle level. Youll ensure our body testing meets the highest standards of safety data integrity and integration with our body systems engineering on budget and on time.

What you get to do:
  • Lead the validation activities for Client programs as primary interface to Engineering out-source test labs suppliers test vehicle fleet etc.
  • Facilitate physical validation activities with Client and test facilities: Document disposition and drive issue closure to meet program timing
  • Obtain timely test vendor quotes for all testing activities facilitate testing by creating purchase Orders and Test Requests
  • Support Client pursuit/quote team with cost estimates
  • Represent Client at testing Reviews
  • Develop manage and publish DVP&R for specific sub-systems to meet program timing.
  • Work effectively in a team environment with a cross-functional team: design engineering suppliers CAE quality craftsmanship manufacturing purchasing
  • Develop and maintain validation timing plans
  • Establish effective communications (written and verbal) between interior engineering internal groups and suppliers
  • Generate and implement cost savings ideas
  • Document test results and issues as required
  • Be an integral part of an energetic team thats challenging the status quo of vehicle design.

What you bring to the team:

  • Bachelors degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university or equivalent.
  • 4 years of validation engineering / testing experience in the automotive industry including experience in body related FMVSS test modes.
  • Ability to use lab equipment to support internal body validation testing.
  • Experience in working with suppliers and customers
  • Energetic personality: Self-starter with a high passion for success.
  • Excellent organization and planning skills.
  • Ability to manage and coordinate multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to travel to visit suppliers test labs and Client sites; up to 20% domestically / locally.
  • Microsoft Office proficiency: Outlook Excel PowerPoint Word.
  • Excellent communication problem-solving and relationship-building skills.
  • High level of integrity and the ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced startup environment.
  • Broad vehicle level experience in the areas of BIW Closures Hardware Exterior design or testing


Location: (Troy Michigan)

Disclaimer:
Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation age non-disqualifying physical or mental disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need.
It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact Kyyba at

Rewards:
Medical dental vision
401k
Term life
Voluntary life and disability insurance
Optional Pre-paid legal plan
Optional Identity theft plan
Optional Medical and dependent FSA
Work-visa sponsorship
Opportunity for advancement
Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client


SELECT AWARDS
  • An INC 5000 company for 10 years
  • Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots
  • Crains Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit
  • TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions
  • Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships
  • Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest
  • 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan

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