Test & Validation Engineer - Mobile Equipment

Bil-Jax Haulotte; Archbold (OH); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Haulotte North America Manufacturing is seeking a Test & Validation Engineer in Archbold, OH to plan and execute product validation, durability, reliability, and performance testing across aerial work platforms and related equipment.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in testing/validation within manufacturing, with strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems, and experience with data acquisition and instrumentation. Occasional travel required.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in testing, validation, product development, or a related engineering role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Experience with mobile equipment preferred (aerial work platforms, construction equipment, agricultural equipment, material handling equipment, heavy trucks/vehicles).
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Valid driver's license.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute test plans, validation procedures, and performance evaluations for new and existing products.
• Conduct durability, reliability, functional, and performance testing on prototype and production equipment.
• Analyze test results and recommend product improvements.
• Investigate product issues, identify root causes, and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain testing methodologies, procedures, and validation protocols.
• Maintain testing equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate findings to project teams.
• Ensure products meet applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the design and improvement of test benches, equipment, and laboratory capabilities.

Conocimientos

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Test instrumentation

Data acquisition

Root cause analysis

Engineering drawings

Valid driver's license

Travel readiness

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field

Descripción del empleo

Department:Product Development
Location: Archbold, Ohio

Haulotte North America Manufacturing is seeking a Test & Validation Engineer to support the development, testing, validation, and continuous improvement of aerial work platforms and other mobile equipment. This position is responsible for planning and executing product validation, durability, reliability, and performance testing while working closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams.

The ideal candidate will have experience testing and validating equipment in a manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and control systems. Candidates with experience working on aerial work platforms, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, material handling equipment, heavy vehicles, or other drivable equipment are strongly preferred.

Work Authorization Requirement:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Haulotte North America is not able to provide visa sponsorship, employment-based immigration support, or work authorization transfers now or in the future for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, validation procedures, and performance evaluations for new and existing products.
• Conduct durability, reliability, functional, and performance testing on prototype and production equipment.
• Analyze test results and provide recommendations for product improvements.
• Investigate product issues, identify root causes, and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain testing methodologies, procedures, and validation protocols.
• Maintain testing equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate findings to project teams.
• Ensure products meet applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the design and improvement of test benches, equipment, and laboratory capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in testing, validation, product development, or a related engineering role.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Experience with mobile equipment preferred, including:
  • Aerial Work Platforms
  • Construction Equipment
  • Agricultural Equipment
  • Material Handling Equipment
  • Heavy Trucks or Utility Vehicles
  • Other Drivable Machinery
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate equipment and work at heights as required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience evaluating product reliability, durability, and performance.
• Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Self-motivated with a hands-on approach to engineering and testing.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

Why Join Haulotte?

At Haulotte, you'll play a key role in developing innovative lifting equipment used around the world. You'll work alongside a collaborative engineering team and directly influence the performance, quality, safety, and reliability of our products.

Haulotte North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.