Vehicle Test Operator

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA is seeking a hands‑on engineer to support vehicle programs in Michigan. The role covers testing and data analysis, vehicle preparation and instrumentation, aero and thermal development, and robust test execution with issue resolution.

You will coordinate tests, analyze data, lead instrumentation builds, and drive validation activities to meet program milestones. Proactive problem solving, attention to detail, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams are

Qualifications

• Coordinate vehicle testing, analyze test data, and deliver comprehensive engineering reports.
• Execute competitive benchmarking and analyze Electrical Demand Energy (EDE) metrics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test vehicles by managing software/hardware updates, instrumenting components.
• Submit test requests for EPA and environmental test cell testing.
• Lead vehicle instrumentation builds and perform initial checkout procedures to ensure test readiness.
• Lead aerodynamic and thermal development and optimization to maximize fuel economy, EV/PHEV range, and overall vehicle performance.
• Proactively plan, track, and execute vehicle validation activities aligned with key program milestones.
• Plan and conduct clear, productive test procedures, including dynamometer/drive cell testing and extended road trips.
• Proactively lead issue resolution by analyzing test anomalies, identifying root causes, and recommending actionable design solutions.

Job description

• Testing & Data Analysis

  • Coordinate vehicle testing, analyze test data, and deliver comprehensive engineering reports.
  • Execute competitive benchmarking and analyze Electrical Demand Energy (EDE) metrics.

• Vehicle Preparation & Instrumentation

  • Prepare test vehicles by managing software/hardware updates, instrumenting components, and submitting test requests for EPA and environmental test cell testing.
  • Lead vehicle instrumentation builds and perform initial checkout procedures to ensure test readiness.

• Aero & Thermal Development

  • Lead aerodynamic and thermal development and optimization to maximize fuel economy, EV/PHEV range, and overall vehicle performance.
  • Proactively plan, track, and execute vehicle validation activities aligned with key program milestones.

• Test Execution & Problem Resolution

  • Plan and conduct clear, productive test procedures, including dynamometer/drive cell testing and extended road trips.
  • Proactively lead issue resolution by analyzing test anomalies, identifying root causes, and recommending actionable design solutions.