Drivetrain Validation Engineer

Harvey Nash; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Client in Chillicothe, IL is seeking an engineer to validate drivetrain systems over a 12-month assignment. You will transform test data into actionable insights while supporting NPI/CPI goals and addressing product risks that influence design decisions.

The role involves coordinating with design, controls, and lab teams to plan validation, execute tests, review results, and document conclusions in formal reports.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in mechanical engineering roles.
• Mechanical engineering degree; Masters allowed but 2 years experience still required.
• Internships count as job experience.

Responsibilities

• Define validation requirements with design and lab teams.
• Plan, prepare, and execute drivetrain validation testing.
• Instrument test units and address data acquisition needs.
• Analyze test data and identify performance gaps.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues during testing.
• Document procedures, results, and conclusions in clear technical reports.

Skills

Drivetrain knowledge

Data analysis

Root cause investigation

Education

Mechanical engineering degree

Tools

Test instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Chillicothe, IL

12 months

Job Description

Position’s Contributions to Work Group:

• This position supports the work group by validating drivetrain systems, turning test data into engineering insight, and identifying product risks that influence design decisions and support NPI/CPI execution. Its work directly improves drivetrain performance, durability, reliability, quality, and delivery against program cost and schedule commitments.

Candidate Responsibilities

• Partner with design, controls, and cross-functional teams to define validation requirements and influence design decisions.
• Plan, prepare, and execute drivetrain component and system validation testing.
• Prepare and instrument test units, including test setups and data acquisition needs.
• Analyze complex test data, compare results to requirements, and identify performance gaps.
• Apply system-level thinking to evaluate component interactions and tradeoffs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues during testing.
• Perform inspections, failure analysis, and support structured root cause investigations.
• Support NPI/CPI build events, validation activities, and issue resolution.
• Document test procedures, results, and conclusions in clear technical reports.

Reason/motivation for request:

• Addition

Why Client?

“Whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or a lifelong career, you can build what matters to you at Client. With 150 locations in countries around the world, what you create at Client travels and helps people around the world. You can collaborate with the best minds in the industry, complete meaningful work and continuously grow and develop through our various opportunities. Here, you can do the work that matters.”

Typical task breakdown:

• A typical day involves coordinating with design, controls, and lab teams to plan validation work, execute drivetrain tests, review data, troubleshoot issues, and document results. The role balances hands-on test activity with engineering analysis, cross-functional communication, and follow-up actions that support NPI/CPI programs and product quality

Interaction with team:

• Collaborative; local team

Team Structure

• 2 agency, 9 Client and SME

Work environment:

• Office

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: 2-4 years
• Degree requirement: Mechanical engineering degree aligns best with the role; open for Masters Degree but the years of experience should still be 2 years; No Associate Degree
• Do you accept internships as job experience: Yes
• Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role:

Top 3 Skills

• Drivetrain or powertrain mechanical systems knowledge
• Complex data analysis and engineering interpretation
• Failure analysis and root cause investigation

Additional Technical Skills

(Required)

• Product validation and test planning/execution
• Laboratory system-level testing
• Test instrumentation and data acquisition
• Troubleshooting hardware and software issues

Soft Skills

(Required)

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Decision making and critical thinking
• Effective written and verbal communication