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Pacer Group

Sr. Vehicle Safety Test Engineer

Newark, CA · On-site

$40/hr

Job Title: Sr. Vehicle Safety Test Engineer Job Location: Newark CA 94560. Duration: 12 months Payrate:$40/hr. Responsibilities: • Responsible for successful achievement of Vehicle Safety attribute ...

Lucid Motors

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We are currently seeking a Sr. Vehicle Crash Test Engineer for passive safety tests. This position is responsible to execute vehicle crash tests in passive safety system development, ranging from the ...

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Wittmann, AZ · On-site

Job Summary The Vehicle Test Engineer II will support test procedure execution, for full vehicles, on test track or road surfaces, at the request of Program or Design Engineers, for attributes such ...

ROUSH

Vehicle Test Engineer II

Wittmann, AZ · On-site

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ALSO

Staff Vehicle Test Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

ALSO. is looking for a Vehicle Test Engineer to play a key role in defining and supporting reliability/durability and feature testing. What You Will Do * Define, create, and drive execution for ...

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Sr. Vehicle Safety Test Engineer

Sr. Vehicle Safety Test Engineer

Maxonic, Inc.

Newark, CA • On-site

$40/hr

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Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Sr. Vehicle Safety Test Engineer.

Job Description:

 

Job Title: Sr. Vehicle Safety Test Engineer

Job Type: Contract

Job Location: Newark, CA

Work Schedule: On-site

Pay Rate: $40 Based on experience.

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Vehicle Safety Test Engineer to support vehicle-level safety, crash, and regulatory validation testing for next-generation automotive platforms. This role focuses on execution of physical vehicle tests, data collection, and compliance support for FMVSS and global safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong automotive test experience in OEM, Tier-1, or test lab environments, with a focus on vehicle validation, instrumentation, and regulatory test execution.

Key Responsibilities
  • Execute vehicle safety and regulatory compliance tests including FMVSS, ECE, NCAP, and related standards
  • Support crash test preparation, instrumentation setup, and post-test data collection
  • Perform vehicle-level validation testing including functional safety and durability checks
  • Install and verify test equipment such as sensors, data loggers, and measurement systems
  • Collect, analyze, and report test data using tools like Excel and basic engineering software
  • Support prototype vehicle builds and test readiness activities
  • Collaborate with test labs, engineering teams, and certification groups
  • Ensure all testing is conducted safely and in compliance with lab procedures
  • Document test results and assist in regulatory reporting packages
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • 3–7+ years of experience in automotive testing or vehicle validation
  • Experience in vehicle-level testing (OEM, Tier-1, or test labs)
  • Familiarity with FMVSS, ECE, NCAP, or similar regulatory frameworks
  • Hands-on experience with vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition systems
  • Basic understanding of vehicle systems (brakes, chassis, safety systems, sensors)
  • Ability to work in a hands-on lab and field test environment
Preferred Skills
  • Experience in crash test support or safety validation labs
  • Knowledge of tools like CAN tools, data loggers, or test bench systems
  • Exposure to prototype vehicle testing programs
  • Understanding of automotive electronics or sensor systems
  • Strong documentation and reporting skills
Soft Skills
  • Detail-oriented and safety-focused mindset
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced test environments
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to follow structured test procedures accurately
Why This Role

This is a hands-on execution role in vehicle safety validation, offering exposure to:

  • Real-world vehicle testing
  • Global regulatory standards
  • Prototype and production vehicle programs
  • Cross-functional automotive engineering teams

About Maxonic:

Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.

Interested in Applying?

Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Subrajeet Paul (/ ) for more details. 

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