Thermal Test Validation Engineer

Insight Global • Grand Rapids, MI • 1d ago

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Thermal Test Validation Engineer to support the validation, automation, and reliability testing of Tesla's advanced thermal management systems used across vehicle batteries, power electronics, cooling architectures, and onboard computing systems. This individual will operate at the intersection of hardware and software, owning thermal test setups, developing automated test solutions, collecting and analyzing data, and troubleshooting failures to ensure system performance and reliability.

This role is highly hands-on and well-suited for an engineer who enjoys working directly with testing hardware while also leveraging software tools to automate testing and improve efficiency. The engineer will work closely with technicians and cross-functional engineering teams to build, maintain, and execute test plans while supporting thermal system development throughout the product lifecycle.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Participate in daily standups and coordinate testing activities with engineering teams and technicians

Own and manage thermal test setups, ensuring systems are operating correctly and efficiently

Assign tasks to technicians and monitor testing progress

Design, wire, and configure test benches for thermal hardware validation

Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python or other programming languages

Collect, process, and analyze test data to evaluate system performance

Integrate and troubleshoot CAN communication networks during testing

Support testing and validation of heat pumps, coolant pumps, condensers, converters, and other thermal components

Perform debugging and root cause analysis on test failures and hardware/software issues

Coordinate equipment procurement and integration into new or existing test setups

Document findings and communicate test results to cross-functional engineering teams

We can pay $70-80/hr depending on years of experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline

1-3+ years of testing, validation, or systems engineering experience

Experience with Python, C, Rust, or other programming languages used for test automation

Experience developing or maintaining automated testing frameworks

Knowledge of CAN Bus communication and diagnostics

Experience working with thermal systems, mechatronics systems, robotics platforms, or hardware/software integration environments

Experience with Data Acquisition (DAQ) systems such as LabVIEW, LabJack, National Instruments, or similar platforms

High Voltage (HV) and/or Low Voltage (LV) system experience

Experience performing hands-on testing, debugging, and root cause analysis

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Automotive or EV industry experience

Understanding of refrigeration cycles, heat pumps, and coolant systems

Experience testing vehicle thermal systems and electronic control units

Mechatronics or robotics system testing experience

Thermal hardware validation experience

AI-assisted development or data analysis tool experience

Experience working with PCBAs (Printed Circuit Board Assemblies)

Experience supporting vehicle electronics, power converters, or onboard computing systems

Knowledge of HVAC and battery cooling systems

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