Junior Body Hardware Test Engineer

Job Description:

The Body Hardware Test Engineer will lead and support the development and execution of component- and system-level as well as body/structural testing for the release and validation groups.

Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Leading component and vehicle system-level test setups to meet development and DVP&R requirements.

The Body Hardware candidate will also support fixture design and fabrication for all component and vehicle-level testing, which may include body component development.

The Test Engineer will work closely with CAE, Release Groups, and Test Engineering teams to ensure timely completion of current and future testing.

The role also includes test planning, managing current lab projects, and coordinating with SBU personnel to meet program timelines.

Execute body hardware tests and investigations, supporting new systems such as Frunk, eLatch, Pocket Doors, and PFTG, including CAE correlation.

Perform mechanical life testing and durability evaluations across multiple vehicle programs (KM, EJ, LB, DT MCA, JL MCA, WL Axle), providing issue resolution and CAE support.

Lead chassis and brake testing, including LSU, tire SLR, brake dyno scripting, data retention and analysis, and instrumentation support.

Support Weights & AMG teams, including LRP support, weight correlation improvement, and part measurements at manufacturing plants.

Conduct metrology and CMM-based dimensional analysis at both part and system levels.

Develop and support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing for Steering, Suspension, Brakes, ESC, ABS, and EPS systems, primarily in lab environments.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited (or equivalent) program

1–3 years of experience in an automotive testing or engineering environment

Strong working knowledge of vehicle systems and components

Working knowledge of vehicle body systems

Proficiency in CAD software (NX, TeamCenter)

Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, and non-verbal

Strong team spirit and willingness to learn

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with UAW-SBU employees

Familiarity with HBM CATMAN data acquisition hardware and software

Strong project and time management skills

Experience designing fixtures for body structure testing (system and component level)

Strong knowledge of pneumatics and their application in test setups