Test Engineer

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute evaluations of prototype vehicles, components, or systems utilizing existing testing protocols.
• Develop evaluations based on understanding, guidance from engineer peers, or analysis of failed components to provide and validate results.
• Analyze, document, and communicate test results through formal reports, problem sheets, and presentations.
• Identify performance issues and propose countermeasures based on test results.
• Communicate with cross-functional team members for explanation and collaboration on vehicle or component evaluations and results.
• Manage time and priorities to deliver results on schedule.
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment.
• Travel required frequently and occasionally for extended duration (potentially up to ~3 weeks).
• Able to ride personal watercraft in all conditions including rough water (ocean).
• Comfortable swimming in open water and ocean.

Qualifications

• Apply mechanical engineering knowledge to vehicle design and evaluation.
• Working knowledge of both internal (Yamaha) and external vehicle Standards/Protocols.
• Ability to ride or drive test vehicles.
• Ability to assemble/disassemble vehicles unaided to required specifications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; comfortable adopting new software tools.
• Understanding of 2D drawings and basic 3D references.

Education/Experience

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with 2–5 years relevant experience, OR
• M.S. in Engineering with 0–2 years relevant experience, OR
• 10+ years of hands-on relevant experience.

Additional Qualifications

• Motorsports, watercraft, or off-road vehicle background.
• Ability to provide performance feedback and direction for vehicle development.
• Familiarity with CAD software for reference.