| Location | Mossville, IL |
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Salary | $68,000–$78,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1989 |
| Website | http://www.dsnworldwide.com |
Drivetrain Validation Engineer
Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Drivetrain Validation Engineer to join our team in Mossville, IL. We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 100 company - let's talk!
Position Overview
This position validates drivetrain systems and turns test data into engineering insight, identifying product risks that influence design decisions and support new and current product introduction (NPI/CPI) execution. The role directly improves drivetrain performance, durability, reliability, and quality, and supports program cost and schedule commitments.
Key Responsibilities
• Partner with design, controls, and cross-functional teams to define validation requirements and influence design decisions.
• Plan, prepare, and execute drivetrain component and system validation testing.
• Prepare and instrument test units, including test setups and data acquisition needs.
• Analyze complex test data, compare results to requirements, and identify performance gaps.
• Apply system-level thinking to evaluate component interactions and tradeoffs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues during testing.
• Perform inspections, failure analysis, and support structured root cause investigations.
• Support build events, validation activities, and issue resolution for new and current product programs.
• Document test procedures, results, and conclusions in clear technical reports.
A Typical Day/Week in This Role
Coordinate with design, controls, and lab teams to plan validation work, execute drivetrain tests, review data, troubleshoot issues, and document results. The role balances hands-on test activity with engineering analysis, cross-functional communication, and follow-up actions that support product programs and product quality.
Requirements
Education & Experience Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred with 2-4 years of relevant experience OR
• Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
Top Skills
• Drivetrain or powertrain mechanical systems knowledge
• Complex data analysis and engineering interpretation
• Failure analysis and root cause investigation
Additional Technical Skills
• Product validation and test planning/execution
• Laboratory system-level testing
• Test instrumentation and data acquisition
• Troubleshooting hardware and software issues
Soft Skills Required
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Decision making and critical thinking
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Project management
• Collaborative mindset
Benefits
Please follow the link to our website for a list of job openings in Engineering, IT, Project Management, and more! https://www.dsnworldwide.com
Salary expectations: 68,000-78,000 per annual
Founded in 1989, Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) provides IT, engineering, and enterprise solutions to Fortune 500 companies and state/federal government agencies, particularly those in industrial manufacturing, insurance and human services. DSN is a certified Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) by both the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WNENC) and the State of Illinois, as well as a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).