Vehicle Test Engineer (DRAFT)

What you’ll be able to do: * Conduct vehicle testing on test tracks, public roads, dynamometers, and controlled environments * Define, create, and drive execution for range and performance test targets while working cross functionally with systems and sub-systems engineering teams * Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for range and performance attributes, including energy consumption, coastdowns, acceleration, towing, gradeability and real-world validation * Select proper instrumentation, physically instrument vehicles, and ensure the quality and accuracy of recorded data (current clamps, voltage taps, pressure taps, thermocouples, etc.) * Support fleet-based validation activities to help drive edge case extraction, localized product use testing, and data ingestion * Analyze test data to identify, diagnose, and troubleshoot range and performance issues, trends, and defects * Support definition and realization of KPIs to drive product use and performance metrics * Document test results, track findings in Jira, and present clear, actionable recommendations to engineering and program stakeholders * Drive traceability and directly support defect triage and management related to range and performance concerns * Collaborate with design, development, calibration, and manufacturing teams to resolve identified issues and refine vehicle performance * Support planning and execution of vehicle tests to identify and align to homologation topics * Maintain and calibrate testing equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability throughout test campaigns * Contribute to the development and implementation of new test methodologies and internal standards for range and performance testing * Travel to support test trips, program milestones, and validation activities at various locations across the US

The minimum requirements we seek: * BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field * 3+ years of professional experience as a Vehicle Test Engineer, systems test engineer, or in a closely related vehicle testing role * Strong understanding of vehicle systems and components, including powertrain, chassis, electrical, and electronics * Experience with instrumentation and data collection, including current clamps, voltage taps, pressure taps, thermocouples, and data logging/signal conditioning equipment * Core understanding of systems engineering processes and methods * Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Office Suite * Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team * Willingness and ability to travel to support test trips across the US Preferred Requirements: * Familiarity with automotive testing standards (e.g., ISO, SAE) and 40 CFR Part 1066 regulations * Experience with EV range testing, energy management systems, or battery/powertrain efficiency validation * Experience with homologation and durability testing * Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, CAN FD, SPI) and Vector tools * Experience with requirements management tools such as JAMA, and planning/organization tools such as Jira/Confluence * Experience with specific testing methodologies such as NVH, durability, or reliability testing * An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a highperforming team * A systematic approach to problem-solving in a testing environment, with a passion for continuous improvement in test procedures and data analysis