In compliance with applicable pay transparency requirements, the application window for this position is expected to close on July 24, 2026, subject to change based on business need.

A Day in the Life and the Impact You'll Make:

Daily activities revolve around evaluating the performance, efficiency, and durability of EV and Hybrid propulsion components using high-precision dynamometers in a controlled lab environment. This engineer plays a crucial role in EV validation and calibration for OEM's and Tier suppliers

What You'll Do:

• Ensure a safe work environment, compliance with OSHA and ISO 17025 standards, complete customer equipment and data confidentiality.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute environmental test programs in accordance with customer requirements and industry standards.
• Develop test plans, procedures, and schedules for automotive component validation programs.
• Monitor testing activities and ensure accurate data collection throughout test execution.
• Analyze test data and identify failures, anomalies, and performance trends.
• Prepare professional engineering reports documenting test methods, results, observations, and conclusions.
• Interface directly with customers regarding test objectives, status updates, technical concerns, and final results.
• Operate and oversee environmental test equipment including:
  • Temperature and humidity chambers
  • Thermal shock chambers
  • Dust test systems
  • Water ingress (IP) test equipment
  • Corrosion and salt spray chambers
  • Altitude and pressure simulation equipment
  • Vibration and mechanical shock systems

What You'll Bring:

• Experience with conventional ICE, EV, and hybrid powertrain systems.
• Excellent communication skills in a fast paced and occasionally challenging environment.
• College degree in engineering is a plus but not required.
• Experience as a machine operator, technician, electrician, or with machine software.
• Experience working with hand tools, overhead cranes, fork-lifts, volt meters, and knowledge of safety rules for high-voltage electricity and rotating equipment.
• Experience calibrating equipment a plus.
• Mastery of Microsoft software tools
• Experience working with test software a plus. Training will be provided.

Physical Considerations:

• Operating a fork-lift, overhead crane, and hand-truck is required.
• May require lifting up-to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, working in confined spaces, and climbing a ladder May require difficult travel and long periods of driving.
• Ability to move and conduct work with full range of motion.
• Ability to lift 25-50lbs (luggage)
• Extended periods of computer-based work
• Extended periods of standing

Travel Considerations:

• No travel required for this position.

What You'll Receive for the Value You Bring:

Compensation:

Actual pay is based on several factors including market location and position-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The base pay range for this position is $65,700 annually to $95,900 annually.

Benefits:

DEKRA North America strives to provide a competitive benefits package to colleagues and promotes physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Colleagues can self-select from our benefits to create a package unique to their needs. These benefits include access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health well-being resources, and opportunities to learn and develop. Below is a list of benefits we offer our colleagues:

Health & Well-being Benefits:

• Health care benefits: medical & prescription, dental, vision (including Domestic Partners)
• Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity supplemental insurance
• Company Health Savings Account contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays
• Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program to increase activity and health habits, with ability to earn participation rewards
• Paid Parental Leave
• Travel Assist (Domestic/International)

Financial Benefits:

• Participation in a 401(k) plan, with an employer match
• Company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability benefits
• Group term life insurance with options to buy-up for self and others

Growth and Development Benefits:

• Education Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Internal training and development resources to grow your career
• LEAD Forward Leadership Development Program
• Annual Career Goal Setting and Performance Review cycle participation

This list provides an overview of benefits provided for US-based colleagues; the DEKRA North America Employee Benefits Guide outlines plan details and further related eligibility requirements.

Additional Position Details:

• Reports to: VP, Automotive Test Center
• Work Model: On-site
• Work Location: Plymouth, MI
• Supervises Others: No
• Status: Full-time
• FLSA Classification: Exempt
• Visa Sponsorship Eligibility: This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
• Relocation Eligibility: This position is not eligible for relocation.

Growth in DEKRA:

DEKRA colleagues are welcome to apply for any position that is a potential match with their qualifications if performance in their current role is in good standing. The career path following this specific role is as follows:

• Manager of additional Dyno personnel