R&D Vehicle Test Technician — Prototyping & Validation

hendrickson; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrickson in Woodridge, IL seeks an R&D Senior Lab Technician to support engineering through hands‑on testing, data collection, and validation of vehicle components. You will work on prototypes, collect results, and contribute to continuous improvement within a safety‑driven lab environment.

The role requires 3+ years of testing experience or 8+ years in a related field, with travel up to 5% and the ability to operate diverse lab equipment and read technical docs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred in engineering or related field.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical test equipment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, collect and document test data, and prepare technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory, component, system, and vehicle testing to evaluate new product designs and compliance.
• Build, install, modify, and instrument prototype components on vehicles for testing and validation.
• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain test equipment and fixtures used in product development.
• Review test procedures and document results with accurate records for engineering support.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support development and problem solving.
• Maintain a safe, organized laboratory environment and manage test materials and supplies.

Skills

Lab testing

Data collection

Troubleshooting

Equipment operation

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in related engineering field

Tools

Mechanical test equipment

Hydraulic & pneumatic testing rigs

Job description

Hendrickson in Woodridge, IL seeks an R&D Senior Lab Technician to support engineering through hands‑on testing, data collection, and validation of vehicle components. You will work on prototypes, collect results, and contribute to continuous improvement within a safety‑driven lab environment.

The role requires 3+ years of testing experience or 8+ years in a related field, with travel up to 5% and the ability to operate diverse lab equipment and read technical docs.