Test Technician (Validation & Instrumentation)

BRP US Inc; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Generous PTO

401k with match

Flexible work schedule

Holiday shutdown

Educational resources

BRP product discounts

Job summary

BRP US Inc. is seeking a Senior Test Technician (Instrumentation) to lead the preparation, measurement, and execution of field and laboratory tests for our prototype recreational vehicles.

You will work closely with the Laboratory Manager, Project Manager, and engineering teams to ensure data quality, reliability, and compliance with ROHVA, ISO, and EN standards. In this onsite role based in Palm Bay, FL, you will configure sensors and data acquisition systems, plan testing campaigns, analyze

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent vocational diploma in a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of instrumentation and data acquisition experience in vehicle development.
• Experience configuring data acquisition systems (Somat eDAQ, Ipetronik, Siemens, IMC) and familiarity with vehicle/industrial protocols.
• Proficiency and valid licensing/permits for operating recreational vehicles (ATV, SSV, personal watercraft, Spyder).
• Strong analytical mindset, data integrity focus, and high autonomy in solving complex problems.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg), travel ~10 weeks/year, onsite in Palm Bay, FL.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering requirements into testing objectives and instrumentation solutions tailored to feasibility constraints.
• Autonomously plan, coordinate, and execute testing campaigns in the lab and at external sites.
• Configure, calibrate, and integrate sensors and measurement equipment (temperature, pressure, flow, force/load, vibration).
• Program data acquisition systems and configure CAN/XCP networks.
• Operate test vehicles, capture telemetry data, and perform regulatory tests (ROHVA, ISO, EN).
• Validate data quality, troubleshoot faults, and propose improvements to engineers.

Skills

Instrumentation

Data acquisition

Vehicle testing

CAN/XCP

Autonomy

Education

Associate Degree in Instrumentation & Control

Mechatronics / Automotive Technology

Vocational/Trade Diploma in Electromechanics

Tools

Somat eDAQ

Ipetronik

Siemens

IMC

CAN/XCP

DBCs

Job description

Senior Test Technician (Instrumentation)

We are looking for an Senior Test Technician (Vehicle Validation & Instrumentation) reporting to the Laboratory Manager. Working in close collaboration with the Project Manager and engineering teams, you will serve as the technical subject matter expert for the preparation, measurement, and execution of field and laboratory testing. In this role, you will contribute directly to the validation, quality, and reliability of our prototype recreational vehicles throughout their development process.

BECOME PART OF OUR TEAM

Here at BRP, we're creating new ways to get people moving forward, where their experiences are measured by emotion rather than distance. All around the world, our products, achievements and aspirations are a reflection of our teams' exceptional expertise. Want to bring your true self on this adventure?

YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

• Translate engineering requirements into precise testing objectives and design instrumentation solutions tailored to recreational vehicle feasibility constraints.

• Autonomously plan, coordinate, and execute testing campaigns in the laboratory and at external test sites.

• Configure, calibrate, and integrate a variety of standard sensors (temperature, pressure, flow, force/load, vibration/acceleration), strain gauges for finite element analysis calculations and force measurements, as well as specialized measurement equipment (inertial GPS, telemetry).

• Program data acquisition systems (Somat eDAQ, Ipetronik, Siemens, IMC) and configure communication networks and buses (CAN bus / XCP).

• Operate test vehicles, capture visual and telemetry data (drones, RaceLogic), and execute regulatory certification tests (ROHVA, ISO, EN).

• Validate real-time data quality and integrity, troubleshoot system faults, analyze anomalies, and propose technical or methodological adjustments to engineers.

YOU WILL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

Required:

• Associate Degree (A.S./A.A.S.) in Instrumentation & Control, Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechatronics / Automotive Technology, or a related technical field (or a Vocational/Trade Diploma in Electromechanics with solid, relevant hands‑on experience).

• Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in instrumentation and data acquisition applied to vehicle development.

• Experience setting up and configuring data acquisition systems (e.g., Somat eDAQ, Ipetronik, Siemens, IMC) and familiarity with vehicle/industrial communication protocols.

• Proficiency and valid licensing/permits for operating recreational vehicles (ATV, SSV, personal watercraft, Spyder).

• Strong analytical mindset, exemplary rigor regarding data integrity, and high autonomy in complex problem-solving.

• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg), work in various physical positions, and willingness to travel (approximately 10 weeks per year or more).

• Position requires current work authorization. Sponsorship now or in the future is not provided for this role.

• This is an onsite role based in Palm Bay, FL.

Preferred:

• Ability to communicate in French is a nice-to-have; qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of French language proficiency
• Experience configuring vehicle bus communications (CAN bus, J1939, or XCP) and working with DBC database files is a strong plus.

Do you have other qualifications? Tell us what is unique about you that is a great addition to the team.

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

Let's start with a strong foundation - You want it, we have it:

• * Annual bonus based on the company's financial results
• * Generous paid time off
• * 401k offering with a dollar-for-dollar match

What about some feel good extra perks:

• * Flexible work schedule for eligible positions
• * Holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Years
• * Educational resources and growth opportunities
• * Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP

We're a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on

snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt,

Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we

operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and

Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 17,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply

held belief that at work, as with life itself, it's not about the destination; It's about the journey.

BRP US Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard

to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability status,

veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable law.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, you

may contact us at [e-mail].