Engineering Technician - Vehicle Test

Daimler Truck North America•Detroit, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Inside the Role Vehicle Test Center Technician assignments will entail a wide range of responsibilities, including DOT requirements, completing strenuous work with medium & heavy-duty vehicles & powertrains, extensive driving and travel to support testing & prototype builds.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent technical experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude and automotive repair knowledge.
Experience working with vehicle systems and diagnostic tools.
Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL Class A license with Passenger (P) and Tanker (N) endorsements.
Ability to perform physically demanding mechanical work.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
Fundamental knowledge of vehicle data acquisition systems and instrumentation.
Fundamental understanding of low-voltage electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and connectors.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications and computer-based diagnostic tools.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Effective organizational, documentation, and follow-up skills.

Nice To Haves

Current CDL Class A with Passenger (P) and Tanker (N) endorsements.
Experience testing medium- or heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
Experience supporting prototype vehicle builds.
Experience with vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
Knowledge of emissions, powertrain, durability, or performance testing.
Fabrication, welding, and custom vehicle modification experience.
Experience with axle, driveline, suspension, and braking systems.

Responsibilities

Support vehicle development and validation testing programs for medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
Build, modify, repair, and maintain prototype and production-intent vehicles.
Install instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition systems to support engineering test objectives.
Conduct vehicle testing in controlled and real-world operating conditions.
Perform vehicle inspections, diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance activities.
Collect, document, and communicate test observations and results to engineering teams.
Support customer evaluations and field validation programs.
Ensure all vehicles meet safety, regulatory, and testing requirements prior to operation.
Execute vehicle testing activities in support of engineering development programs.
Conduct on-road, off-road, customer evaluation, durability, performance, emissions, and validation testing.
Operate test vehicles in a variety of environments, terrains, and weather conditions.
Document test issues, observations, and vehicle performance concerns.
Assist engineering teams with troubleshooting and root cause investigations.
Support prototype vehicle assembly, modification, and development activities.
Install and remove prototype components, systems, and development hardware.
Perform wiring, fabrication, instrumentation, and component integration work.
Assist with vehicle configuration changes required for testing programs.
Ensure prototype vehicles are maintained in a safe and test-ready condition.
Diagnose and repair vehicle mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems.
Perform engine, transmission, clutch, cooling system, HVAC, ATS, exhaust, and driveline repairs.
Troubleshoot low-voltage electrical systems, wiring harnesses, connectors, and sensors.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
Utilize diagnostic software and service tools to identify system concerns.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot vehicle instrumentation systems.
Support powertrain, chassis, thermal, emissions, and durability testing activities.
Install sensors, thermocouples, pressure transducers, accelerometers, and other measurement devices.
Verify data quality and functionality of instrumentation equipment.
Support engineers in collecting accurate and reliable test data.
Maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and Tanker (N) endorsements, or successfully complete company-sponsored CDL training.
Comply with all DOT regulations, company driving policies, and applicable federal and state requirements.
Successfully obtain and maintain DOT/PIV physical certification.
Conduct vehicle and trailer inspections to ensure regulatory compliance.
Safely operate commercial vehicles during testing, evaluation, and transportation activities.
Participate in required DOT random drug and alcohol screening programs.