Test Engineer - HydroDrive Testing (f/m/d) (m/w/d)

to be filled from now on

Your working environment

TRATON Research & Development (R&D) is undergoing a major transformation to establish a strong, global Group R&D organization. Our goal is to deliver a time-critical roadmap, deliver outstanding customer value, and drive innovation across our brands—Scania, MAN, INTERNATIONAL and Volkswagen Truck & Bus. This transformation will strengthen our competitiveness and position Group R&D as a key business partner within TRATON Group. We are now looking for you to be part of this exciting change journey, shaping the future of Group R&D. We see the individuality of our employees as a strength and welcome diverse applications from people with different backgrounds. If you need support during your application, please contact us.

Your tasks

• Define, set up, commission, and test hydraulic components and complete systems on test benches and in vehicles, with a focus on functionality
• Apply and optimize hydrostatic drive systems (HydroDrive)
• Conduct vehicle integration testing and evaluate electrical systems
• Analyze and interpret measurement data, including developing small custom scripts for evaluation
• Work with rig automation systems and understand interactions between various subsystems
• Use automotive development and diagnostic tools (e.g., Vector CANalyzer/CANoe, INCA) and evaluation tools (e.g., AVL Concerto, FEV Uniplot)
• Apply measurement and sensor technologies in hydraulic systems

Your Qualifications

• Technical degree in mechanical, mechatronic, or automotive engineering, or a comparable qualificationExperience in automotive development and familiarity with relevant tools and systems
• Knowledge of vehicle integration testing and general electrical systems
• Interest and experience in data analysis and evaluation
• Good knowledge of FRAS error management system and JIRA project management tool
• Willingness to travel
• Strong communication skills in both English and German, written and spoken
• Team-oriented mindset and experience in project-based collaboration
• High interest in understanding the working methods and cultures across all brands

We offer

• Flexible working hours with trust-based working hours
• Up to 80% working remotely as well as 20 days/year working from abroad in the EU
• 30 leave days + 6-8 additional free days due to conversion option
• Attractive compensation with 5 special payments
• Benefits and employee discounts including VW leasing offers
• Company pension scheme
• Digital learning from everywhere
• Global career opportunities with TRATON brands in Sweden, USA and Brazil