Automotive Test Rig Engineer – Powertrain R&D

Médiane Benelux; Sint-Truiden; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Médiane Benelux in Belgium's Limburg region near Sint-Truiden is seeking an engineer to join its automotive R&D center. You will develop and validate conventional, hybrid, and electric powertrain test rigs and advance the measurement environment.

You will own test rigs, operate and upgrade hardware and software (Python, CANape), and collaborate with validation and test teams to improve processes using KPIs. A strong programming background and mechatronics interest are required.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Master's or Bachelor's with relevant experience) with a strong interest in mechatronic systems.
• Solid programming background.
• Basic knowledge of control theory, structural dynamics, and high-voltage applications.
• Experience or knowledge in automotive testing, sensors and data acquisition, test equipment and electromechanics (asset).

Responsibilities

• Operate and further develop advanced test rigs to evaluate the performance of transmissions and propulsion systems.
• Enhance the test rig environment, hardware, and software with a focus on innovation and measurement precision.
• Work with a real-time platform combined with Python and CANape as automation tools.
• Take full ownership of assigned test rigs: operation, routine maintenance, upgrades, and continuous optimization.
• Serve as the main contact for operational issues, implementing sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate closely with validation and test engineering teams, test rig operators, and other R&D departments to optimize processes.
• Develop tools and documentation to standardize operations and improve testing quality and efficiency using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Skills

Programming

Mechatronics interest

High-voltage awareness

Education

Engineering degree (Master's or Bachelor's)

Tools

CANape

Python

Job description

Médiane Benelux in Belgium's Limburg region near Sint-Truiden is seeking an engineer to join its automotive R&D center. You will develop and validate conventional, hybrid, and electric powertrain test rigs and advance the measurement environment.

You will own test rigs, operate and upgrade hardware and software (Python, CANape), and collaborate with validation and test teams to improve processes using KPIs. A strong programming background and mechatronics interest are required.