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Internship Vehicle Crash Test Engineer Jobs in Michigan

Review test plans with engineers to clearly understand pre-test requirements, test objectives, and post-test evaluation criteria. * Prepare vehicles for crash testing by recording vehicle ...

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Collaborate directly with Test Engineers to execute full-vehicle crash tests, sled testing, and component-level safety evaluations. * Support the installation, extraction, and shipment of critical ...

Sr. Safety Test Technician

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$40.67 - $50.84/hr

Collaborate directly with Test Engineers to execute full-vehicle crash tests, sled testing, and component-level safety evaluations. * Support the installation, extraction, and shipment of critical ...

Experience planning and executing quasi-static and dynamic crash tests * Ability to interpret test ... Engineering (Master's preferred) * 10+ years of direct automotive experience in vehicle safety ...

Experience planning and executing quasi-static and dynamic crash tests * Ability to interpret test ... Engineering (Master's preferred) * 10+ years of direct automotive experience in vehicle safety ...

PrincipalVehicle Safety Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$123K - $185K/yr

... vehicle crash programs, including fixture design specifications, test requests, test readiness ... Mentor junior engineers and influence cross-functional decisions to prioritize safety * Engage with ...

The Vehicle CAE Safety Engineer is responsible for developing and optimizing vehicle crash safety ... Correlate CAE performance with physical test results and document best practices for future ...

Review test plans with engineers to clearly understand pre-test requirements, test objectives, and post-test evaluation criteria. * Prepare vehicles for crash testing by recording vehicle ...

The Vehicle CAE Safety Engineer is responsible for developing and optimizing vehicle crash safety ... Correlate CAE performance with physical test results and document best practices for future ...

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What is the difference between Internship Vehicle Crash Test Engineer vs Vehicle Crash Test Engineer?

AspectInternship Vehicle Crash Test EngineerVehicle Crash Test Engineer
CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of engineering or related programBachelor's or higher in mechanical, automotive, or related engineering
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, entry-level tasksFull-time, professional testing facilities, independent responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageAutomotive manufacturers, testing labs, internships for studentsAutomotive companies, safety testing labs, industry standard roles

The main difference is that an Internship Vehicle Crash Test Engineer is a temporary, entry-level position for students or recent graduates gaining hands-on experience, while a Vehicle Crash Test Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for conducting and analyzing crash tests independently. Interns typically work under supervision, whereas full engineers lead testing projects and make critical safety assessments.

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Internship Vehicle Crash Test Engineer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Internship Vehicle Crash Test Engineer job openings in Michigan as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Crash Test Technician

Vertex Sigma Software

Ann Arbor, MI • On-site

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Job description

HATCI is part of Hyundai Motor Company, supporting work in the automotive industry. This team contributes to vehicle testing activities that require precision, careful documentation, and close coordination between technicians and engineers.
As a Crash Test Technician, you will support critical test preparation and post-test activities that help keep vehicle evaluation programs moving forward. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, takes pride in accuracy, and works effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced testing environment.
Responsibilities
  • Review test plans with engineers to understand load case preparation and post-test actions.
  • Install test equipment and instrumentation used in automotive testing, including accelerometers, pressure sensors, and voltage/current monitors.
  • Route sensor cables for each impact test mode.
  • Disassemble and reassemble interior and exterior trim associated with instrumentation installation.
  • Maintain accurate written and photographic records of installed instrumentation.
  • Prepare vehicles for testing by recording received and tested details, draining fluids and replacing them with non-flammable substitutes, ballasting vehicles to specified test weight, using 3D Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) for structural deformation measurements, and taping, targeting, or painting vehicles to test specification.
  • Replace or modify prototype parts such as airbags, restraint systems, and structural components.
  • Perform post-test teardown by removing instrumentation, draining non-flammable fluids, taking post-test structural measurements with 3D CMM, and completing structural teardown as directed by the test engineer.
  • Document vehicle instruments and modifications in a database environment.
  • Order parts and equipment.
  • Maintain shop equipment, tools, and a safe, clean, and organized shop environment.
  • Work cooperatively in a team environment with other technicians and engineers.

Requirements
Educational Requirements
  • Minimum: High School Diploma.
  • Preferred: Associate Degree in Automotive Technology or a related field.
Related Industry Experience Requirements
  • Experience working in automotive R&D testing environments.
  • Previous experience in a crash or safety test facility, including crash testing, sled testing, or dynamic impact component or system testing, is preferred.
Required Skills and Knowledge
  • Experience with disassembly and reassembly of interior and exterior vehicle components.
  • General fabrication experience using TIG/MIG welders, plasma cutter, and handheld fabrication tools.
  • Experience with soldering wires and electronics.
  • Vehicle diagnostic experience, including reading codes and troubleshooting vehicle warning lights.
  • PC skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.