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Validation / Test Engineer – Heavy Equipment /… at GLOBAL… · Oshkosh
Mid LevelOn-siteContractOshkosh, WI$40–$60/hr
Skills
ptc creowindchillcad toolsmechanical designtest engineeringvalidation engineeringsystems integrationroot cause analysiscan busvehicle communication protocolstroubleshootinganalytical capabilitycross-functional collaborationsolidworksnxcatiaelectrical systemssensorsvideo systemsautomotive industry experiencedefense industry experienceheavy equipment industry experiencerobotics industry experienceautonomous systems experienceev systemsrobotics/automationautonomous vehicle technologies
Job Description
Location: Oshkosh (Onsite with flexibility)
Type: Contract (6 months) Extension / Conversion Possible
Schedule: Standard Business Hours
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship Required
Role Overview
This role supports the final phase of a high-visibility vehicle / weapon system program, including test site support, failure analysis, and system integration. Candidates can come from either a mechanical design or test/validation engineering background, with strong troubleshooting and analytical capability across mechanical and electrical systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and support mechanical components and vehicle systems for heavy-duty platforms
- Perform test engineering, validation, and failure analysis on integrated systems
- Support test site operations, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis
- Lead or support failure analysis procedures and corrective actions
- Create and modify 3D CAD models using PTC Creo
- Work within PLM systems such as Windchill
- Support mechanical integration of complex systems, including supplier coordination
- Interface with electrical/video systems and controls components
- Troubleshoot issues across mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces
- Work with CAN Bus communication protocols and system diagnostics
- Generate engineering documentation, reports, and test results
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, test, manufacturing, and suppliers
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following:
- Mechanical Design Engineering
- Test / Validation Engineering
- Systems Integration Engineering
- Experience with CAD tools (Creo preferred; SolidWorks, NX, CATIA acceptable)
- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
- Ability to work across mechanical and electrical systems
High-Value Preferred Experience
- Background in test engineering, validation, or failure analysis
- Experience supporting test sites, field testing, or prototype builds
- Familiarity with:
- CAN Bus / vehicle communication protocols
- Electrical systems, sensors, or video systems
- Experience with:
- Automotive, defense, heavy equipment, robotics, or autonomous systems
- Exposure to:
- Electrification (EV systems)
- Robotics / automation
- Autonomous vehicle technologies
Ideal Candidate Profiles
- Mechanical Engineer with hands-on test or validation experience
- Test Engineer with strong mechanical aptitude and CAD exposure
- Systems Engineer with vehicle integration and troubleshooting background
- Engineers from defense, automotive, robotics, or off-highway industries