Strength Test Engineer, Powersports

LS Solutions; Huber Heights (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LS Solutions is seeking a Product Testing Engineer (Strength) to execute development projects focused on strength and rigidity for ATV/SxS prototypes. The role involves designing layouts, conducting rigorous testing, and validating prototypes using data acquisition systems and strain gauges.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering degree and experience with data acquisition, testing environments, and vehicle maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience with data acquisition, vehicle maintenance, or riding Powersports is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of development cycles, FTA, FMEA, and effective communication skills.
• Ability to operate company vehicles and work physically in lab or test environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test component and system layouts, ensuring they meet concept, function, and manufacturing requirements.
• Utilize data acquisition systems, strain gauges, and physical testing to validate strength, rigidity, and durability of prototypes.
• Analyze and present data to inform loading scenarios and performance targets, conducting validations through simulations and testing.
• Design test fixtures, manage vehicle builds, and oversee post-test evaluations.
• Collaborate with teams, communicate project status, and support technological innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication skills

Lab testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Strain gauges

Simulations

FTA

Job description

We are seeking a Product Testing Engineer (Strength) responsible for executing development projects focused on Strength/Rigidity to test prototypes for ATV/SxS vehicles.

Key Duties Include

• Develop and test component and system layouts, ensuring they meet concept, function, and manufacturing requirements.
• Utilize data acquisition systems, strain gauges, and physical testing to validate strength, rigidity, and durability of prototypes.
• Analyze and present data to inform loading scenarios and performance targets, conducting validations through simulations and testing.
• Design test fixtures, manage vehicle builds, and oversee post-test evaluations.
• Collaborate with teams, communicate project status, and support technological innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with data acquisition, vehicle maintenance, or riding Powersports is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of development cycles, FTA, FMEA, and effective communication skills.
• Ability to operate company vehicles and work physically in lab or test environments.

Working conditions: includes travel, physical activity, safety awareness, and overtime as needed.

Compensation and growth opportunities: competitive salary, benefits, career advancement, training, and additional support programs.