(1112332) Drivetrain Validation Engineer

Diversified Services Network, Inc.•Mossville, IL

4d•$68,000 - $78,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position validates drivetrain systems and turns test data into engineering insight, identifying product risks that influence design decisions and support new and current product introduction (NPI/CPI) execution. The role directly improves drivetrain performance, durability, reliability, and quality, and supports program cost and schedule commitments. A Typical Day/Week in This Role: Coordinate 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 product programs and product quality.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred with 2-4 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
Drivetrain or powertrain mechanical systems knowledge
Complex data analysis and engineering interpretation
Failure analysis and root cause investigation
Product validation and test planning/execution
Laboratory system-level testing
Test instrumentation and data acquisition
Troubleshooting hardware and software issues
Accuracy and attention to detail
Analytical thinking
Decision making and critical thinking
Effective written and verbal communication
Cross-functional collaboration
Project management
Collaborative mindset

Responsibilities

Partner with design, controls, and cross-functional teams to define validation requirements and influence design decisions.
Plan, prepare, and execute drivetrain component and system validation testing.
Prepare and instrument test units, including test setups and data acquisition needs.
Analyze complex test data, compare results to requirements, and identify performance gaps.
Apply system-level thinking to evaluate component interactions and tradeoffs.
Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues during testing.
Perform inspections, failure analysis, and support structured root cause investigations.
Support build events, validation activities, and issue resolution for new and current product programs.
Document test procedures, results, and conclusions in clear technical reports.