Automotive Test and Validation Engineer

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & retirement benefits

Professional development

Diverse projects exposure

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Test and Validation Engineer for an on-site role in Upington, Northern Cape. You will design test plans, execute tests, analyze results, and prepare technical reports to guide product development in automotive components and systems.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical or electrical engineering background with at least 3 years in test and validation, proficiency with test equipment and data acquisition, and a detail-oriented mindset for accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in test and validation engineering, preferably in automotive.
• Experience with SAE/ISO standards and test documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive test plans and procedures for automotive components and systems.
• Conduct various tests, including performance, durability, environmental, and functional testing.
• Operate and maintain test equipment, including dynamometers, environmental chambers, and data acquisition systems.
• Analyze test data using statistical methods and identify performance deviations or failures.
• Document test results accurately and create detailed technical reports for engineering teams.
• Troubleshoot issues encountered during testing and collaborate with engineers to find solutions.
• Ensure that all testing activities comply with relevant industry standards (e.g., SAE, ISO) and customer specifications.
• Validate prototype components and production parts against design requirements.
• Recommend product improvements based on test findings.
• Maintain a safe and organized test environment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Dynamometers

Environmental chambers

Data acquisition systems

Test automation scripting

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable automotive component supplier, is seeking a diligent Automotive Test and Validation Engineer to join their technical team in **Upington, Northern Cape**. This role is fundamental to ensuring the performance, reliability, and compliance of automotive parts and systems through rigorous testing procedures. You will be responsible for designing test plans, executing tests, analyzing results, and reporting findings to guide product development. This is an on-site position, requiring your dedicated presence at our client's facility in **Upington, Northern Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive test plans and procedures for automotive components and systems.
• Conduct various tests, including performance, durability, environmental, and functional testing.
• Operate and maintain test equipment, including dynamometers, environmental chambers, and data acquisition systems.
• Analyze test data using statistical methods and identify performance deviations or failures.
• Document test results accurately and create detailed technical reports for engineering teams.
• Troubleshoot issues encountered during testing and collaborate with engineers to find solutions.
• Ensure that all testing activities comply with relevant industry standards (e.g., SAE, ISO) and customer specifications.
• Validate prototype components and production parts against design requirements.
• Recommend product improvements based on test findings.
• Maintain a safe and organized test environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in test and validation engineering, preferably in the automotive sector.
• Proficiency in operating various testing equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Strong understanding of automotive components and systems.
• Experience with test automation and scripting is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy in reporting.
• A valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in testing methodologies.
• Exposure to diverse automotive testing projects.
• A stable and supportive work environment in **Upington, Northern Cape**.
• Contribution to product quality and innovation.