Test Engineer II

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Job Requirements:

Develop and execute system- and component-level validation tests for a variety of trailer platforms.

Design and document test methods, procedures, and plans to support R&D projects.

Lead instrumentation and data acquisition setup, ensuring high data fidelity using load cells, displacement sensors, strain gauges, etc.

Design, validate, and oversee the procurement and fabrication of test fixtures and equipment.

Perform structural and mechanical analysis using hand calculations and FEA to validate test setups and design proposals.

Coordinate external testing services such as durability testing, crash testing, and third-party validation.

Identify and lead capital improvement projects aimed at increasing test capabilities and reducing lead times.

Create and maintain engineering standard work documentation for future testing and design efforts.

Support field testing, rework planning, and competitive benchmarking initiatives.

Manage timelines for multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery on schedule and to specification.

Lead or support R&D initiatives as assigned, collaborating across engineering disciplines.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical or structural engineering, ideally in trailer manufacturing, transportation equipment, or heavy-duty vehicles.

Experience with mechanical testing or product validation.

Technical Knowledge & Skills:

Solid understanding of structural mechanics, fatigue, and vibration principles.

Experience with instrumentation and DAQ systems (e.g., NI, Dewesoft).

Competent in data analysis and report generation using Excel, MATLAB, or similar tools.

Basic to intermediate skills in FEA (e.g., linear static analysis, modal analysis).

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