Drivetrain Test & Validation Engineer

Cintal, Inc.; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation assistance

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. in Mossville, Illinois is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to validate drivetrain/powertrain systems and drive testing programs end-to-end. You will plan tests, collect data, and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience, with strong data analysis and troubleshooting skills, and a collaborative, cross-functional mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2+ years in product validation, testing, or engineering.
• Experience with drivetrain/powertrain systems preferred.
• Strong data analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with test planning, execution, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute drivetrain/powertrain validation tests.
• Analyze test data and evaluate system performance.
• Investigate issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Develop test procedures and reports.
• Collaborate with design, product and engineering teams.
• Support product development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Drivetrain testing

Test planning

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Engineering data tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Data acquisition tools

Job description

About this position

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long-term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• Conduct drivetrain/powertrain validation and testing activities.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures.
• Analyze test data and investigate performance issues.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams.
• Document test results and provide technical recommendations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and execute drivetrain/powertrain validation tests.
• Analyze test data and evaluate system performance.
• Investigate issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Develop test procedures and reports.
• Collaborate with design, product, and engineering teams.
• Support product development and continuous improvement efforts.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of product validation, testing, or engineering experience.
• Experience with drivetrain/powertrain systems preferred.
• Strong data analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with test planning, execution, and reporting.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Drivetrain/Powertrain validation and testing
• Test planning, execution, and reporting
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Root cause analysis and troubleshooting
• Mechanical systems knowledge
• Microsoft Excel and engineering data tools
• Technical documentation and reporting
• Strong problem-solving skills

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Experience with drivetrain or powertrain systems
• Knowledge of validation and testing methodologies
• Familiarity with data acquisition and analysis tools
• Understanding of product development processes
• Experience with root cause analysis techniques
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Continuous improvement and problem-solving mindset

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

The pay range for this role is:
60,000 - 80,000 USD per year(IL-Mossville)