Position Overview
With its brands Scania, MAN, International and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON is one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Its range comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. At TRATON, we are convinced that the whole can be greater than the sum of its parts. Together with our brands we have the power to bring about decisive change. With the right resources, tools and guidelines, we support our brands in making the future of transportation more sustainable.
In April 2023, TRATON embarked on an ambitious journey to integrate independent brand Research & Development (R&D) Organizations in Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus into a single global TRATON R&D organization. By integrating the capabilities and resources of our brands, we will accelerate the introduction of new technologies and solutions to deliver the most competitive products and solutions to our customers.
We currently have a great opportunity for a Validation Project Engineer on our TRATON USA's R&D Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be hands-on with physical testing, validation, and development of commercial vehicle components—including cabs, doors, interiors, exteriors, hoods, steering systems, and more. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has exceptional attention to detail, and enjoys working across disciplines to support innovative validation efforts. You will collaborate closely with Design and Analysis teams to ensure tests are aligned with overall validation strategies and performance objectives.
Responsibilities
Work closely with design, analysis, and program teams to develop test plans to achieve desired outcome.
Utilize hand and power tools to assemble test setups.
Design test fixtures using NX, AutoCAD, or other CAD systems.
Perform basic fabrication tasks needed for test preparations.
Build and design controller boxes.
Develop scripts / programs using Arduino, Excel, VBA, nCode, LabView, and MTS software.
Install pneumatic fittings, air lines, valves, needle valves, and solenoids.
Set up and operate sensors such as accelerometers, load cells, LVDTs, strain gages and more.
Generate detailed engineering reports summarizing test plans, procedures, results, and data interpretation.
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Benefits and Compensation
We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more. For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate's applicable skills, knowledge and experience. You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at the benefits page.
Company Overview
TRATON is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group's product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. "Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world."
INTERNATIONAL Motors, LLC develops International trucks and engines and IC Bus school and commercial buses, with a vision to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HUB@International.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.
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Validation Engineer • Elmendorf, TX, US