Automotive Mechanic (Testing) - Zaventem, Belgium
2/25/2026
The role involves dedicated emission and energy efficiency test cell work, including starting up and shutting down facilities, performing safety checks, and installing/exchanging gas bottles for analyzers. Responsibilities also cover vehicle preparation, conducting various emission and performance tests on dynos and in climatic chambers, and completing daily documentation.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
Company Description
Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering
Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3500 professionals in 24 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 57 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.
Why join us?
Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services.
Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.
Come & join us on the road to success.
Job Description
You will be dedicated to emission and energy efficiency test cell work as described:
Start-up and shutdown of facilities:
- Chassis Dyno control systems (warm-up and preparation)
- Engine ECU data acquisition equipment
- Exhaust gas analysis and acquisition equipment
- Perform "safety check" before testing (follow check sheets)
- Install/exchange gas bottles for analyzers
- Support consumption follow-up and daily/weekly clean-up
Vehicle preparation:
- Install acquisition equipment to full operational state
- Drain and refill fuel tank with correct test fuel
- Connect devices and power sources to guarantee no data loss
Emission tests:
- Install car on dyno with additional measuring equipment (smoke, opacity, SOx analyser, data acquisition, etc.)
- Prepare emission test analyser, chassis dyno and test cell temperature
- Perform emission tests on different driving cycles and Coast down
- Ensure data availability on ECU and chassis dyno systems
- Complete daily chassis dyno occupation documents
- Conduct performance tests in Climatic Chamber (various temperatures)
Shift work: Daytime / Eveningtime
Qualifications
Your Profile:
- Valuable experience in similar working area and automotive workshop
- Vocational training in Automotive, Mechanics, or similar (highly valuable)
- Experience in basic vehicle maintenance (wheels, brakes, battery & fluids)
- Work independently, organized, proactive and resolutive
- Team oriented
- MS-Office basic level
Languages:
- Minimum B2 English level
- Added value if other language
Additional Information
Benefits:
- Chance to work in a dynamic and challenging environment where you will be able to reach your full potential.
- Constant learning and knowledge sharing with some of the most experienced engineers in the automotive industry.
- We promote the training and constant learning and we offer paid specialized training.
Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.
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