OBD Test Engineer

OBD Test Cell Engineer Overview

Conduct and document engine or vehicle testing to validate OBD monitors for newly developed diesel products.

• Using established work instructions and input from development engineers, write test plans to assess on-board diagnostic (OBD) monitors on diesel on-highway engines in engine or chassis dynamometer test cells.
• Execute test plan with support of technicians from Test Operations. Troubleshoot issues with engine or vehicle, and test‑cell that prevent execution of the test plan.
• Work with OBD Tuning Development engineer, to understand OBD monitor testing and review test plans on test cycles are appropriate and thorough.
• Conduct basic quality checks and standard analysis on resulting data using established work instructions and procedures.
• Organize and communicate data and results to OBD tuning development engineers. Document results for submission to regulatory agencies.
• Periodically on call nights and weekends to address issues at the test cells to keep tests running.

• BS in an engineering field.
• Experience running or directing an engine or chassis dynamometer test cell.
• Experience with analysis of test data.
• Familiar with diesel engine and aftertreatment system, test‑cell operation & data acquisition.
• Understanding of heavy‑duty/medium‑duty OBD regulations and engine performance.
• Familiar and comfortable with data manipulation, processing, and analysis. Specific analysis tools will be taught.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to interact with other engineers and with technicians.
• Familiar with DDV (Durability Demonstration Vehicle) demo, pre‑certification demonstration, certification cycle demonstration support from past experience is preferred.
• Familiar with ARB & EPA standards for OBD testing is preferred.

Mid‑Senior level

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