Alternance 3 ans BAC+5 Test Engineer H/F

As part of the growing challenges in vehicle development and simulation, the PWTi Thermal Management team is opening an apprenticeship position (1 to 3 years) for a Test and Validation Engineer.

You will join a passionate, multidisciplinary team responsible for the development, performance optimization, and validation of thermal management systems. Our engineers work across mechanics, electrical systems, control, testing, and simulation - always with a hands-on mindset and strong technical collaboration.

This is not a "sit-and-watch" role. From day one, you will be involved in real engineering projects, interacting with both vehicles and test benches, in a dynamic and supportive environment that encourages curiosity, initiative, and innovation.

Your Missions

Physical measurements & analysis

Participate in test campaigns on benches and vehicles to validate subsystem performance(pressure, flow, temperature, etc.).

Development & test benches

Contribute to the deployment and continuous improvement of a hydraulic measurement test bench.

Field work & vehicle preparation

Work closely with workshop teams to prepare vehicles for testing.Follow instrumentation, setup, troubleshooting, and technical updates.

Continuous improvement

Help improve validation methods, tools, and testing processes.

Numerical simulation (a strong plus)

Use or analyze simulation models such as MATLAB/Simulink, GT-SUITE, or StarCCM to predict and optimize system behavior.

Do you have experience in Simulink?, Do you have a Master's degree?, Engineering student (Master's level / Bac+5) or equivalent university program, specializing in:

Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation, or Embedded Systems.

Mindset & Soft Skills

Curious, motivated, and eager to learn by doing

Able to work independently while enjoying teamwork

Organized and rigorous when dealing with test planning and data

Comfortable with hands-on work and field activities

Strong communication skills and ability to write clear engineering reports in English

Technical Interests

Strong interest in physical measurements, testing, and simulation

Sensitivity to measurement quality (calibration, sensor choice, accuracy, etc.)

English: able to read, write, and participate in meetings

Real engineering experience on vehicles and test benches

Work at the heart of automotive innovation

A collaborative, benevolent, and supportive team culture

Strong focus on learning, progression, and skill development

Mentorship by experienced engineers who enjoy sharing knowledge

A balanced role: 50% field / 50% office, with some travel

A safe environment to ask questions, test ideas, and grow confident as an engineer

Here, your curiosity matters. Your ideas are welcome. And your progression is a priority.

Conditions

Contract duration: Apprenticeship from 1 to 3 years

Compensation: According to the legal apprenticeship salary scale

Support: Dedicated mentor and regular follow-up

Who we are and what we believe in We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group's leading brands and entities. Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need. Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we'll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.   You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply