Mechanical Test Engineer

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group seeks a Mechanical Test Engineer to support mechanical testing, validation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis. The role emphasizes hands-on work with components and systems, tear-downs, and documenting findings.

Collaboration with design, manufacturing, and quality teams is inherent to resolving issues and improving test methods. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in breakout testing, data acquisition, and a practical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical testing, validation, troubleshooting or failure analysis.
• Experience with component tear-down and inspection.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specs, and test requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; hands-on lab work.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and support mechanical testing and validation of components and systems.
• Perform tear-downs, inspection, and document findings.
• Conduct failure analysis to identify root causes and contributing factors.
• Troubleshoot test-related issues across mechanical components and systems.
• Develop and execute test procedures based on requirements.
• Analyze test data to evaluate performance and trends.
• Document results, observations, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and other teams.
• Improve testing methods, procedures, and processes.
• Investigate unexpected results and propose design improvements.
• Maintain accurate test records and reports; follow procedures.

Skills

Mechanical Testing

Validation

Troubleshooting

Failure Analysis

Root Cause Analysis

Component Tear-Down

Engineering Drawings

Analytical Skills

Lab Hands-on

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

Instrumentation

Data Acquisition

Test Equipment

Job description

We are seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer to support mechanical testing, validation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis activities. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience working with mechanical components and systems, including component tear-down, identifying failure modes, troubleshooting issues, and conducting testing and validation.

This role requires a practical, hands-on engineering approach, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering and technical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and support mechanical testing and validation of components and systems.
• Perform component tear-downs/disassembly, inspection, and documentation of findings.
• Conduct failure analysis to identify failure modes, root causes, and contributing factors.
• Troubleshoot mechanical components, systems, and test-related issues.
• Develop and execute test procedures based on engineering requirements and test objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to evaluate component and system performance.
• Document test results, failure observations, root-cause findings, and recommendations.
• Work closely with design, manufacturing, quality, and other engineering teams to resolve issues.
• Support the development and improvement of testing methods, procedures, and processes.
• Investigate unexpected test results and recommend corrective or design improvements.
• Maintain accurate test documentation, reports, and engineering records.
• Follow applicable engineering, laboratory, safety, and quality procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
• Relevant experience in mechanical testing, validation, troubleshooting, or failure analysis.
• Hands-on experience with component tear-down and inspection.
• Strong understanding of mechanical components, systems, and failure mechanisms.
• Experience performing root-cause/failure analysis and troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work hands-on in a test/lab or engineering environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial, automotive, heavy equipment, machinery, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with structured failure-analysis methodologies and root-cause investigation.
• Experience with instrumentation, data acquisition, or mechanical test equipment.
• Familiarity with engineering change processes and technical documentation.
• Experience analyzing test data and preparing technical reports.
• Knowledge of applicable mechanical testing standards and procedures.

Key Skills

Mechanical Testing | Validation | Failure Analysis | Root Cause Analysis | Component Tear-Down | Troubleshooting | Mechanical Systems | Test Procedures | Test Data Analysis | Technical Documentation | Problem Solving