Aaron Hopson
Bloomfield Hills
Summary
Vehicle Test Engineer passionate about innovation and advancing vehicle safety, performance, and emissions. Experienced in reliability testing, quality assurance, and leading teams to coordinate testing efforts and ensure vehicle integrity. Eager to leverage problem-solving skills and engineering expertise to make meaningful contributions in the automotive industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Vehicle Test Engineer
Link Engineering Company
Dearborn
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted reliability testing for Stellantis' launch and carryover fleets to support customer-representative vehicle validation.
- Performed ride evaluations and assessed vehicles for fit-and-finish issues.
- Managed vehicle maintenance and coordinated part retrofits to support ongoing testing.
- Collaborated in meetings to review and address emerging issues.
- Coordinated with suppliers to investigate and resolve defects and part failures.
- Supported vehicle software flashing and diagnostic scan collection in CDA6 using a Vector tool.
- Led and trained infotainment testers to ensure UI software stability across multiple use cases.
- Transported vehicles to other facilities for instrumentation and testing support.
Test Engineer Intern
Link Engineering Company
Dearborn
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Processed noise data from brake squeak, creep, and groan conditions to support vehicle NVH analysis.
- Prepared vehicle build books outlining instrumentation setup, vehicle specifications and test request details.
- Implemented digital forms to capture driver route data, replacing manual paper log sheets.
- Developed instructions to document, standardize, and communicate operational procedures.
- Evaluated pedal feel measurements to assess vehicle braking performance.
Test Engineer Intern
Link Engineering Company
Plymouth
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Designed CAD fixtures, assemblies, and weldments to support manufacturing and testing processes.
- Assigned part numbers to manufactured and purchased components and allocated bills of materials (BOMs)
Service Agent
Enterprise Rental Car
Auburn Hills
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Coordinated customer transportation to and from rental location.
- Vacuumed and detailed interiors, ensuring thorough removal of dirt and debris.
- Inspected vehicles for damages or issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2023
Skills
- Reliability testing
- Vehicle validation
- Quality control
- Software flashing
- Test documentation
- Customer coordination
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- CAD design
Timeline
Vehicle Test Engineer
Link Engineering Company
05.2023 - Current
Test Engineer Intern
Link Engineering Company
05.2022 - 08.2022
Test Engineer Intern
Link Engineering Company
05.2021 - 08.2021
Service Agent
Enterprise Rental Car
06.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Michigan State University