Validation / Test Engineer Heavy Equipment / Vehicle Systems

Location: Oshkosh (Onsite with flexibility)
Type: Contract (6 months) Extension / Conversion Possible
Schedule: Standard Business Hours
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship Required

Role Overview

This role supports the final phase of a high-visibility vehicle / weapon system program, including test site support, failure analysis, and system integration. Candidates can come from either a mechanical design or test/validation engineering background, with strong troubleshooting and analytical capability across mechanical and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities 

• Design and support mechanical components and vehicle systems for heavy-duty platforms
• Perform test engineering, validation, and failure analysis on integrated systems
• Support test site operations, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Lead or support failure analysis procedures and corrective actions
• Create and modify 3D CAD models using PTC Creo
• Work within PLM systems such as Windchill
• Support mechanical integration of complex systems, including supplier coordination
• Interface with electrical/video systems and controls components
• Troubleshoot issues across mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces
• Work with CAN Bus communication protocols and system diagnostics
• Generate engineering documentation, reports, and test results
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, test, manufacturing, and suppliers

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following:
  • Mechanical Design Engineering
  • Test / Validation Engineering
  • Systems Integration Engineering
• Experience with CAD tools (Creo preferred; SolidWorks, NX, CATIA acceptable)
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to work across mechanical and electrical systems

High-Value Preferred Experience

• Background in test engineering, validation, or failure analysis
• Experience supporting test sites, field testing, or prototype builds
• Familiarity with:
  • CAN Bus / vehicle communication protocols
  • Electrical systems, sensors, or video systems
• Experience with:
  • Automotive, defense, heavy equipment, robotics, or autonomous systems
• Exposure to:
  • Electrification (EV systems)
  • Robotics / automation
  • Autonomous vehicle technologies

Ideal Candidate Profiles

• Mechanical Engineer with hands-on test or validation experience
• Test Engineer with strong mechanical aptitude and CAD exposure
• Systems Engineer with vehicle integration and troubleshooting background
• Engineers from defense, automotive, robotics, or off-highway industries