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Engine Validation Engineer

Job Summary:

Our client in Auburn Hills, MI is looking for a Validation Engineer. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Carry out Bill of Materials (BOM) management, releasing the BOM into Company’s BOM management system.Manage receipt of full bill of material for engine assemblies.Coordinate build schedule to meet Customer (Testing & Vehicle Builds / Others). Lead / support actual engine build in EBU and preparation in METS.Support Dyno Testing.Maintain build records of each engine and arrange disposition or storage as needed.Successfully build and deliver Engine Assemblies to dyno cells for design verification (DV) testing and Mule level vehicle builds. Product Launches noted in section(iv) below.Lead the Maintenance, Development, and Improvement of Test Procedures, Design Validation Plans, (“DV”) and Process Validation plans (“PV”) for Internal Combustion Engines.Lead development and execution of DV and PV tests, and process validation tests based on performance requirements, core DVP, DFMEA, field issues/design issues and best practices.Provide technical expertise in investigation of validation issues, root cause analysis, mitigation, and corrective action plans.Review and publish test results to the greater team.Conduct tests, recreate failure modes identified during validation testing, or warranty claims.Create Incident Reports for each issue to ensure engineering team drives issues to closure.Report out regularly to the Chief Engineer organization on the status and progress of testing. This reporting will continue weekly until the validation plan is completed and signed off by the Chief Engineer.As testing progresses, the Validation Engineer will update the Test Timing Plan and the DVP&R document to ensure they are kept current on at least a weekly basis.After testing, organize the post test analysis and teardown activity along with the project team to identify any issues or concerns.Review reports with the Chief Engineer and file them in PDS.Provide instructions for disposition, re-use or recycling of the test propertiesA final review must be completed when all validation activity is complete to ensure all records are properly collected and stored.

Basics:

A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, from an ABET accredited school or equivalent.A minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field.Understanding of automotive processes such as DFMEA and DVP&R.Familiarity with automotive engine design, components, and testing.Strong interpersonal communication, team/leadership skills/experience.Critical character traits to ensure success: Organized, Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving.

Preferred:

Advanced degree in with emphasis in engine development, control systems, or calibration.Understanding of CAN communication.Working experience in creation and execution of validation plans for engine components.5 years or more in design, development and / or validation of engines.Experience with engine teardowns and rebuilds.

How You Will Be Successful:

Envision the FutureCommunicate Honestly and BroadlySeek Technology and Business “First”Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

Competitive SalaryComprehensive Benefit Package401(k) with matching contributionsPaid Time OffEmployee DiscountsFree training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit

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Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair’s history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.

 

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