Mechanical Engineer

Motion Recruitment; Long Beach (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in vehicle development is seeking a Mechanical, Test & Validation Engineer for a 12-month contract in Long Beach, CA. The role involves developing and maintaining software tools for vehicle testing, requiring a Bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant software experience. Ideal candidates will have a passion for data-driven development in a cross-functional team environment and familiarity with automotive systems.

Benefits

Medical insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• 3+ years experience in software development or engineering R&D preferred.
• Strong understanding of database structures and vehicle electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software tools for vehicle testing.
• Support R&D teams with automated data reporting.
• Collaborate with global technical experts and internal engineering teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Analytical mindset

Software development

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Master’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

Tableau

Job description

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Base pay range

$48.00/hr - $50.00/hr

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Duration: 12-month contract with potential for extension

Are you a skilled engineer with a passion for data-driven development in the automotive industry? Join our team and contribute to cutting-edge vehicle testing and calibration efforts through innovative software tools and data analysis solutions.

About the Role:

We're seeking a Mechanical, Test & Validation Engineer to support the development and maintenance of a Tableau-based data analysis environment used in calibration and powertrain testing. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in cross-functional engineering teams and has a strong background in both software development and automotive systems.

• Design, develop, and maintain software tools for vehicle testing, analysis, and reporting.
• Support R&D teams with automated data reporting and custom analysis solutions.
• Reprogram and modernize existing tools into scalable, enterprise-level environments.
• Collaborate with global technical experts and internal engineering teams.
• Lead fault evaluation and support root-cause analysis for testing systems.
• Contribute to process improvements and KPI development for engineering operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Strong understanding of database structures, testing procedures, debugging, and data visualization.
• Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems, onboard diagnostics, and communication architectures.
• Experience with software development in an R&D or automotive context.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in software development or engineering R&D.
• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
• Familiarity with Tableau or similar data visualization tools.
• Excellent technical communication (written and verbal).
• Problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical mindset.
• Ability to thrive in complex, multicultural environments.
• Strong time management, adaptability, and organizational skills.

If you're ready to work on impactful vehicle development projects and contribute to next-generation testing tools, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now or reach out via LinkedIn to learn more.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Analyst

• Industries

  Automation Machinery Manufacturing, Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, and Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

401(k)

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