Development Engineer

Motive Workforce; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Workforce in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a Development Engineer to design, test, and validate advanced powertrain technologies for high-performance applications.

You will create development plans from concept through production, run test programs, and report findings to guide engineering decisions in a fast-paced motorsports environment.

Qualifications

• Must have strong background in powertrain development.
• Experience with testing and validation.
• Ability to create test plans and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute development plans for powertrain components.
• Support product lifecycle from concept to production readiness.
• Design and coordinate test programs to validate performance.
• Create test procedures, validation plans, and docs.
• Analyze test data and recommend design improvements.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Powertrain development

Test planning

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Development Engineer Location: Santa Clarita, CA Weekly Pay Rate:$1,730.77 - $2,307.69 Industry: Motorsports / High-Performance Engineering A leading motorsports and high-performance engineering organization is seeking a Development Engineer to support the design, testing, and validation of advanced powertrain technologies. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects from initial concept through production, helping to develop innovative solutions for high-performance automotive applications.

Position Summary

The Development Engineer will be responsible for creating and executing development plans for new concepts, components, and systems. This role supports the complete product lifecycle, including concept development, testing, validation, analysis, and production readiness. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in powertrain development and a passion for engineering excellence in a fast-paced motorsports environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute engineering development plans for new products, components, and technologies.
• Support projects throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept development through production implementation.
• Design and coordinate test programs to validate component and system performance.
• Create detailed test procedures, validation plans, and technical documentation.
• Conduct testing, analyze results, and make recommendations based on data-driven findings.
• Collect, interpret, and report test data to support engineering decisions and project goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve technical issues and optimize designs.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for engineering reviews and management updates.
• Assist in continuous improvement efforts related to testing methodologies, processes, and product performance.