Test Validation Engineer

We’re hiring a Mechanical, Test, and validation Engineer for a 12-month contract in Long Beach, CA. This role focuses on developing and maintaining a Tableau-based data analysis tool for vehicle testing and powertrain development. It is ideal for engineers with strong programming and automotive R&D experience.

Job Title: Mechanical, Test & Validation Engineering 2

Job Location: Long Beach, CA 90810

Job Duration: 12-month contract with possible extension

Description:

The main responsibilities of this position include the programming and maintenance of a Tableau-based Data Analysis Environment for calibration-related function development.This position's main responsibilities include programming and maintainingdeveloping calibration-related functions

The focus is to program an existing tool within a new software environment to allow generic, company-wide usage, including maintenance programs.

This requires interaction not only with other software tool development engineers but also collaboration with technical experts to ensure the newly created software tool delivers the output needed by engineering teams.

Key Tasks:

Develop, program, and maintain software tool solutions for more effective vehicle testing, development analysis, and reporting.

Develop, program, and maintain individual R&D testing data analysis reports for powertrain development teams.

Evaluate faults and lead problem-solving activities, including 1st-level analysis and collaboration with internal technical experts.

Support internal Key Process Indicators for local teams and management to monitor current status and help forecast future needs.

Actively participate in continuous process improvement initiatives across internal and external teams.

Minimum Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering R&D and software development, preferably in the automotive industry

Master’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Top Must-Haves:

Proficiency in multiple coding languages

Knowledge of databases, data structures, algorithms, testing procedures, debugging, operating systems, and text editing software

Strong comprehension of complex, project- and vehicle-specific issues

Excellent technical communication across different channels (verbal, written, meetings)

Creative thinking and a strong drive to optimize solution approaches

Skills:

Automotive Knowledge: Understanding of modern vehicle technologies, onboard diagnostics, communication architectures, and component/module structures

Programming: Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, SQL, MATLAB, VBA (Excel), database programming, and general software development best practices

Project Management: Ability to manage projects from conception to execution, with strong KPI tracking and reporting skills

Interpersonal Skills: Experience working in multicultural, complex organizational structures

Analytical/System Engineering: Ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and solve complex technical issues; evaluate solution options

Organizational/Leadership: Ability to coordinate workflow internally and with external service providers

Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, adaptability, critical thinking, emotional intelligence, time management, persistence, and accountability