Engineering Validation Supervisor

Hendrickson; Hebron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K plan

Pension plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Wellness program

Job summary

Hendrickson is seeking an experienced Test Engineer to lead testing, validation, and sign‑off of major product programs. You will drive test standards, develop fixtures, oversee technicians, and ensure proper documentation and calibration of test systems.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years in test engineering for hydraulic/pneumatic systems, strong CAD skills, and expertise in fatigue analysis and 8D problem solving. This on‑site Ohio role offers broad system exposure and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Agricultural, Aeronautical, or related Engineering field is required.

Responsibilities

• Design test fixtures and work with fabrication resources to verify test fixtures.
• Oversee Lab Technicians to install suspension systems for testing.
• Work with Engineering to implement test standards or plans for suspension systems and components.
• Write Test Reports using standardized forms documenting all test results.
• Collaborate with Engineering to create and maintain test processes and records.
• Coordinate with outside vendors to calibrate test instrumentation.
• Conduct predictive analysis to assist design and development.
• Develop and manage a capable team through training and performance management.
• Ensure site EHS compliance and a safe working environment.
• Maintain relationships with internal customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Test engineering

Data acquisition

Team supervision

Technical drawings

Chassis design

Fatigue analysis

8D problem solving

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Agricultural, Aeronautical, or related Engineering field

Tools

3D CAD software

ASME Y14.5-2009 drawings

Hydraulic testing equipment

Job description

Position Purpose

Lead and manage the testing, development, validation, and sign off of all major product programs; proliferation of existing products into specialty market applications; and cost reductions and resolution of field issues for mature products. This position is also responsible for working with Engineering to drive consistent documentation and standardizing and maintaining test procedures and practices.

Essential Functions

Test and Validation Implementation

• Designs test fixtures and works with fabrication resources to oversee and confirm test fixtures are correct as built.


• Oversees Lab Technicians to install and set up suspension systems and components for testing.


• Works with Engineering representatives to confirm and implement test standards or test plans for suspension systems and components.


• Serves as a subject matter expert for all testing and validation activities.

Test and Validation Oversight

• Confirms and records proper test setup (by written record and photographs) and maintains the records of testing.


• Manage records of test subject performance and durability information throughout the testing activity.

Test Documentation

• Write Test Reports using standardized forms, correctly documenting all the results of test activities.


• Oversee Lab Technicians in the creation and maintenance of an archive of all Test Reports in a way that makes searching and finding past data easy and fast.

Test Process Documentation

• Collaborate directly with Engineering to create and maintain records of test processes for current and new tests that may be developed.


• Innovate and implement new ways to improve test processes to reduce time or cost, or improve accuracy, repeatability, reproducibility or correlation of testing activities.

Test Process Maintenance

• Collaborate with outside vendors to organize and control calibration of test instrumentation.


• Create and maintain records of instrumentation calibration and status.

Virtual Analysis, FEA etc.

• Conduct predictive analysis to assist in the design and development process.

Team Development

• Develops and maintains an effective team through training, development, and performance management.

Environmental and Safety Compliance

• Works in partnership with site EHS to ensure validation systems comply with environmental and safety regulatory standards.


• Maintains a safe work environment by ensuring that Department personnel follow site EHS policies and procedures.

Stakeholder Relationships

• Develops and maintains effective relationships with internal customers, and other stakeholders.

Education and Training

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Agricultural, Aeronautical, or related Engineering field required.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience as a test engineer working with hydraulic, pneumatic and electronically controlled test equipment.


• 5+ years' experience setting up and operating electronic data acquisition equipment.


• 3+ years' experience in the supervision of engineers and engineering support personnel.


• Skilled with 3D CAD software.


• Skilled at reading technical drawings (e.g. to ASME Y14.5-2009).


• Skilled with set-up and operation of hydraulically-actuated testing equipment.


• Demonstrated experience in the structural design of vehicle chassis systems and components, including fatigue analysis and life prediction techniques.


• Must have developed problem solving skills (formally, 8D or other problem-solving experience).

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position constantly.


• Frequent movement of hands, wrists, or fingers such as typing, filing, and writing.


• Occasionally need to move about inside office and plant designated area.

Environmental Conditions

• Frequent exposure to office designated area.


• Frequent exposure to loud noises.

Behavioral Traits

• Innovation and cooperation


• Attention to Detail


• Development and Continual Learning


• Facilitating Groups


• Safety focus

* This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion.

Hendrickson is an at-will employer, each employee is free to resign at any time, just as Hendrickson is free to terminate employment at any time without cause or notice. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Benefits

We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.