Our client, a leader in automotive testing and validation, is seeking a Mechanical, Test & Validation Engineering 2 to join their team. As a Mechanical, Test & Validation Engineering 2, you will be part of the Durability Testing Department supporting vehicle validation projects. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Mechanical, Test & Validation Engineering 2 **Location: Long Beach, CA** **Pay Range:** $45.00-$55.00 Hourly **What's the Job?** + Coordinate endurance vehicle testing for Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, vans, and durability test fleets across the United States. + Manage mileage accumulation, including driving profiles, locations, and maintenance schedules for 15-20 vehicles. + Monitor vehicle technical status, identify faults, and lead problem-solving activities to ensure high-quality test results. + Report vehicle status and maintain documentation within internal databases, supporting durability validation processes. + Lead communication and coordination with external service providers and internal teams to optimize testing efficiency and quality. **What's Needed?** + Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Automotive, or Mechanical Engineering. + Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in automotive testing or validation roles. + Proficiency with diagnostic tools such as INCA, Videamo/Ecoute, Diagmera, Monaco, and understanding of CAN bus systems and ECU design. + Strong project management skills with the ability to control projects from start to finish and monitor key performance indicators. + Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working in intercultural and complex organizational environments. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to work on innovative vehicle validation projects with a global leader in automotive manufacturing. + Engage in continuous process improvement and professional development within a dynamic team. + Contribute to high-impact testing activities that ensure vehicle safety and performance standards. + Collaborate with diverse teams and external partners to achieve common goals. + Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence and innovation in automotive technology. **Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Vision Plan + Health Savings Account + Health Flexible Spending Account + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance + Business Travel Insurance + 401(k), Plus Match + Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.