Validation / Test Engineer - Heavy Equipment / Vehicle Systems

Job Description Location: Oshkosh (Onsite with flexibility)The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.Type: Contract (6 months) Extension / Conversion PossibleSchedule: Standard Business HoursWork Authorization: U.S. Citizenship RequiredRole OverviewThis 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 suppliersRequired 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 systemsHigh-Value Preferred Experience Background in test engineering, validation, or failure analysis Experience supporting test sites, xaygatp 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