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Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, we have a large team of more than 3000 professionals drawn from over 22 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients get customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive engineering companies.

At Applus IDIADA we are looking for talent to help us shaping the mobility of tomorrow with safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. With presence in 22 countries, we offer job positions around the world and internal / transversal mobility within the company. The automotive sector is currently living a moment of deep technological change. At IDIADA, we focus on constant innovation to adapt our services’ portfolio to an ever-changing environment. Therefore, as part of our team, we expect you to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow with us.

If you want an opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your technical skills, to work in a thriving environment and to work alongside world-leading experts, then apply for one of our vacancies.

As part of the Chassis Active Safety and Durability testing team, testing engineer will be responsible to manage testing and development activities as regards to Complete Vehicle Durability.

The role requires someone highly organized, objectively-focused, and with ability to manage their own daily routine.

• Ensure the correct execution of technical projects.
• Organize and manage test plan and other aspects of the project.
• Organize and manage the tests samples (vehicle and test parts).
• Ensure that test activities (preparation, execution, and analysis) are performed in accordance with the test procedures, test books and Industry standards. To do so, you will be required to develop a deep technical knowledge of test procedures.
• Oversee project stakeholders and provide instructions, directions, and guidance to ensure optimal execution of their duties.
• Participate, conduct, and support test activities performed in proving grounds, labs and/or on public roads, when necessary.
• Collect and analyze the tests data, with specific software and analysis tools.
• Generate technical report aligned with customers’ expectations and internal quality standards.
• Maintain efficient and timely communications with your supervisor at all times.
• Participate in project meetings with customers, suppliers and other relevant parties involved.
• Manage and enhance communications with customers and other stakeholders.
• Provide interactive and manual support to mechanical and testing activities, including but not limited to vehicle preparation and driving, when required.
• Ensure general housekeeping of working (office and workshop) environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree, mainly Mechanical Engineering.
• Committed, goal driven, with successful result orientation and with strong service orientation
• Automotive technical knowledge of main vehicle component functions and behavior.
• Experience with engineering software, data acquisition instrumentation and objective vehicle testing is an asset.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes in projects and a continuously evolving industry. Must be able to improvise.
• Good communication skills and confident in discussions at different hierarchical levels.
• Must be a team player. Must be able to work within and across various company departments.

Additional Requirements:

• Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work extended hours. Mandatory overtime and weekends may be required.
• Willingness to travel (either locally or internationally).
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Must be physically able to support test preparation and execution in an outdoor environment.
• May require heavy lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Meet all workplace health and safety requirements and practices.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, sit for lengthy periods and use hands for various functions such as typing and using various hand tools.
• Must be able to work from hand-written data sheets and memos.
• Maintain a clean office area and work environment.

APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (100% Premium costs paid by Company)
• Voluntary Dental insurance
• Voluntary Life insurance
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Simple IRA Plan (3% Company Match)

Schedule:

• Monday to Saturday