Product Engineering - Test Engineer Test Engineer

Development And Validation Engineer

We are looking for high-performing development and validation engineers with engine, transmission, and drive unit experience. Responsibilities include planning, developing, and executing subsystem level tests in a world class testing and development facility. Tasks also include data analysis, calibration development, identifying opportunities for data reduction, and leading the migration of lab-based activities to math. This is an assignment where creativity, initiative and independent judgment are involved, and effective cross-organizational teamwork is crucial.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow development and validation hardware through readiness process - support setup and debugging to assure test readiness
• Track and report on testing progress and issues
• Develop and implement first-time capable tests for hardware development and validation
• Lead diagnosis and resolution of issues that occur during setup and testing
• Interact with facilities, technical leads, calibration teams, hardware release engineers, and others to improve process and test efficiency
• Utilize post processing tools to assure data quality and track usefulness of data in generation of final reports
• Implement standard work processes and procedures globally
• Support math-based activities, migrating additional work from road and lab to math (RLM) based models and data analysis
• Train, mentor, and develop new engineers

Education and Training

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive engineering with engine, transmission, or drive unit knowledge
• Demonstrated drive for results
• Excellent planning and problem-solving skills
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others, and ability to establish peer relationships
• Ability to prioritize work and resources, and work independently with minimal direction
• Proficient with computer and data acquisition systems
• Experience in data analysis to optimize testing or model results
• Ability to travel as required for offsite testing (less than 15%)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with AVL PUMA/Indi Com and ETAS INCA software
• Exposure to propulsion system calibration in test and vehicle environment
• 2-5 years of experience with engine, transmission, or drive unit testing, calibration, or hardware development
• Experience with engine dyno setup and testing
• Experience with Diesel engine function, architecture and subsystems
• Homerun candidate would be someone who has fuel injector experience, previously worked with injectors