Dearborn, MI, 48123, USA
3 days ago
Body/Chassis/Simulation Test Engineer
**We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers** . Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community. + Develop and implement test plans including report writing for validation Body / Chassis components, systems and full vehicles. + Design, review and update operational test procedures to ensure maximum facility and operational efficiencies. + Develop and implement new test procedures that are correlated to real world customer usage. + Ensure that all facilities and test equipment are properly maintained to conduct high quality testing. + Verify quality of test data by applying statistical methods. + Work with D&R Engineers to develop test plans to maximize the utilization of prototype components, bucks and vehicles. + Develop and implement maintenance and calibration procedures to ensure all test equipment is functioning properly. + Perform basic test automation functions such as test automation setup and execution. + Lead in the development of new equipment specifications to ensure that any new equipment meets all testing requirements. + Collaborate with design engineers to continuously improve custom machinery/process equipment for reliability & uptime to ensure continuous improvement in the facilities department. • BS in Engineering • Strong MS Office suite and computer skills, including fundamentals around application of Excel-VB macro development • Excellent leadership, communications and interpersonal skills; Ability to function as part of a team and work cooperatively toward team goals • Qualified candidates will work well under pressure, demonstrate excellent problem solving and creativity, and be able to quickly evaluate new information and make appropriate decisions. **Preferred Qualifications** • BS or Higher in ME/EE. • 3 years’ experience in a Body/Chassis Testing environment. • Working knowledge of servo hydraulic systems, supporting facilities equipment (fixed and mobile), control software fundamentals and data acquisition including RPC Pro Simulation Software and Multi-Axis Testing. • Working knowledge of pneumatic and electrometric test equipment and controllers including Ford designed control carts, Body closure KLTs and Seat Robots. • Applied understanding of Measurement Uncertainty, Equipment Calibration, Data Acquisition, Control Systems Fundamentals, SPC, QOS, FMEA, G8D and 6-Sigma skill set or certification. • Leadership on one or more projects ($100k minimum) • Ability to develop & deliver business cases and presentations, project documentation to be delivered to upper management **Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position** + Lifting: Up to 50 lbs, 25% + Climbing: 25% + Crawling: NA + Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Safety glasses, hearing protection on sites, safety shoes, 100% + Unusual physical requirements: 75%. Sitting (50%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), Stooping (25%). Job requires manual labor + High noise level: Audiograms required (TWA over 85 dB) **Description of Work Environment** • Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside, 100% + Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: NA + Hazardous conditions - What are they?: NA + Travel/transportation requirements : NA + Other: Must pass PMHV licensing. **Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks** + Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, 25% + Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: PMMHV, 25% + Tools used in trade - which ones?: Air driven sockets, basic hand tools, 25% + Other: NA **Criticality of Attendance** + Overtime, regular days, off days: Monday through Friday. + Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Afternoon shift 3:00pm to 11:30pm but shift assignment is subject to change, so candidate must be flexible with available work hours. Possibility of moving to a day shift for several months at a time. + Necessity for regular attendance: Critical, 100% + Urgency for punctuality: Critical, 100% + Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary. Must have flexibility of work afternoons to cover weekend testing requirements. Other Essential Functions Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, health performance evaluation, PHMV exam and background check. Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to self or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Dependable personal transportation to work site is required.
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